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Kiratu, Tanzania
Arusha · Tanzania
Kiratu is a small city in Arusha, Tanzania with a population of 20,000. Elevation: 5,056 ft (1,541 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 20,000 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,056 ft (1,541 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.3333°, 35.6667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Arusha |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.5 inches (928 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kiratu
Kiratu is a small city in Tanzania (Arusha) with a population of 20,000. The city sits at an elevation of 5,056 feet (1,541 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Kiratu
Kiratu has an average annual temperature of 19.7°C (67°F). The hottest month is Oct (21.3°C), the coldest is Jul (17.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1230 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,056 ft (1,541 m) |
| Area | 3,481.7 sq mi (9,017.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.3333°N, 35.6667°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lengai, Ol Doinyo (69 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Lengai, Ol Doinyo | Stratovolcano | 2,962 m (9,718 ft) | 2020 | 69 km |
| Meru | Stratovolcano | 4,565 m (14,977 ft) | 1910 | 121 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 4.3 in |
Kiratu has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 59°F in July to 67°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (9.3") and September the driest (0.3").
Schools in Kiratu
36 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Changarawe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hareabi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gyetighi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gyekrum Lambo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gyekrum Arusha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gongali Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gendaa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ganako Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Endoro Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Haymu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bwawani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bashay Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ayalabe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Aslin Gongali Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Askofu Hhando Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Akko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Moyo Hill | - | - | - | - |
| Banjika Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mchangani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Banjika Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Umoja Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tlomo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sumawe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Simba - Milima Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rhotia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Njiapanda Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Menday Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Karatu New Vision School | - | - | - | - |
| Marera Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Magesho Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kinihhe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kilimatembo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Karatu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kambi ya Nyoka Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kainam Rothia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Juhudi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kiratu
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Kiratu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhotia Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kiratu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karatu Marketplace | |||||
| Karatu Marketplace | |||||
| Masai Central Market |
Hotels in Kiratu
37 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kiratu
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kiratu
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kiratu
10 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kiratu
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kiratu
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kiratu
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kiratu
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Manyara Airport | LKY | Medium Airport |
| Endanyawish Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Endulen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harbanget Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kitumbeine Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kuro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Merugoi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ndutu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngorongoro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tarangire 2 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yaeda Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kiratu
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Karatu Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kiratu
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church | |
| Karatu Lutheran | |
| ywam karatu |
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Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kiratu
What is the population of Kiratu?
Kiratu has a population of 20,000 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 3,481.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kiratu?
Kiratu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches.