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Kirando, Tanzania

Rukwa · Tanzania

Kirando is a mid-size city in Rukwa, Tanzania with a population of 33,111. Elevation: 2,536 ft (773 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

33,111 Population 7/sq mi density
2,536 ft Elevation 773 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
33.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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People

Population33,111
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation2,536 ft (773 m)
Population33,111
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation2,536 ft (773 m)
Coordinates-7.4167°, 30.6000°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceRukwa
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation33.4 inches (848 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kirando

Kirando is a mid-size city in Tanzania (Rukwa) with a population of 33,111. The city sits at an elevation of 2,536 feet (773 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Kirando

Kirando has an average annual temperature of 25.4°C (78°F). The hottest month is Oct (28.3°C), the coldest is Jun (23.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1487 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.8°C / 77°F 21.7° / 28.3° 276.1
Feb 25.2°C / 77°F 21.9° / 28.9° 225.4
Mar 25.5°C / 78°F 22.2° / 29.5° 216.2
Apr 25.1°C / 77°F 21° / 28.7° 139.2
May 24.5°C / 76°F 19.8° / 28.6° 30.1
Jun 23.1°C / 74°F 17.4° / 28.3° 5.6
Jul 23.2°C / 74°F 17° / 28.9° 3.6
Aug 25.4°C / 78°F 18.9° / 31.6° 15.7
Sep 27.6°C / 82°F 21° / 33.1° 17.1
Oct 28.3°C / 83°F 22.7° / 34° 78.7
Nov 26.9°C / 80°F 22.5° / 33.9° 227.6
Dec 25.3°C / 78°F 22.2° / 30° 251.9
Kirando has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,536 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average81.7°F
51% above Tanzania avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,536 ft (773 m)
Area4,443.3 sq mi (11,508.2 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates-7.4167°N, 30.6000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.4"
12% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 8.19"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

69 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 29, 2024.

Oct 2, 2000 15 km W of Nkove, Tanzania M6.5 64 km
Sep 21, 1997 26 km WNW of Kirando, Tanzania M5.9 26 km
Aug 18, 1994 55 km ENE of Chala, Tanzania M5.9 127 km
Feb 24, 2017 40 km E of Kaputa, Zambia M5.9 130 km
May 7, 1999 47 km ENE of Chala, Tanzania M5.6 120 km
Feb 20, 2002 44 km NE of Sumbawanga, Tanzania M5.5 146 km
Nov 14, 2009 66 km W of Karema, Tanzania M5.4 105 km
Sep 9, 2019 39 km WSW of Mpanda, Tanzania M5.4 106 km
Nov 14, 2009 68 km W of Karema, Tanzania M5.3 111 km
Sep 26, 2009 20 km SW of Kirando, Tanzania M5.2 21 km
May 7, 1999 38 km ENE of Chala, Tanzania M5.2 111 km
Oct 22, 2017 45 km NW of Mpanda, Tanzania M5.1 148 km
Jul 20, 2009 65 km WNW of Karema, Tanzania M5.0 123 km
Jul 13, 2006 73 km E of Kaputa, Zambia M5.0 109 km
Nov 12, 1994 59 km WSW of Karema, Tanzania M4.9 92 km
Oct 7, 2000 19 km WSW of Nkove, Tanzania M4.8 65 km
Oct 5, 2000 37 km WSW of Nkove, Tanzania M4.8 70 km
Jul 13, 2001 42 km NW of Usevia, Tanzania M4.8 69 km
Apr 5, 2017 12 km SW of Nkove, Tanzania M4.7 70 km
Jun 30, 2003 70 km W of Karema, Tanzania M4.7 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 5.2 in
February 83°F (28°C) 5.0 in
March 82°F (28°C) 5.6 in
April 82°F (28°C) 3.2 in
May 81°F (27°C) 0.7 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 78°F (25°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
September 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
October 84°F (29°C) 0.7 in Warmest
November 84°F (29°C) 4.8 in
December 83°F (28°C) 8.2 in Wettest

Kirando has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 78°F in July to 84°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.2") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Kirando

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mtakuja Primary School - - - -
Mpata Primary School - - - -
Mkinga Primary School - - - -
Mandakerenge Primary School - - - -
Kirando Primary School - - - -
Kipili Primary School - - - -
Katongolo Primary School - - - -
Itete Primary School - - - -
Chongokatete Primary School - - - -
KIRANDO SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
KIPILI SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
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Hotels in Kirando

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lakeshore Lodge

Gas Stations in Kirando

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TZ #392219113

Airports Near Kirando

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Iku Airport-Small Airport
Lwafi Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam

🇹🇿 About Tanzania

Capital Dodoma
Population 56,318,348
Area 945,087 km²
GDP (USD) $79,030,935,627
GDP per capita $1,224
HDI 0.532
Life expectancy 67.0 years
Internet users 29.1%
Urban population 35.5%
Currency TZS (Shilling)
Languages English, Swahili
Calling code +255
TLD .tz
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kirando

What is the population of Kirando?

Kirando has a population of 33,111 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 4,443.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kirando?

Kirando has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches.

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