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Kirya, Tanzania

Manyara · Tanzania

Kirya is a small town in Manyara, Tanzania with a population of 3,998. Elevation: 2,162 ft (659 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,998 Population 5/sq mi density
2,162 ft Elevation 659 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
24.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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People

Population3,998
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
Rain24.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation2,162 ft (659 m)
Population3,998
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation2,162 ft (659 m)
Coordinates-3.9167°, 37.4833°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceManyara
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation24.6 inches (625 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kirya

Kirya is a small town in Tanzania (Manyara) with a population of 3,998. The city sits at an elevation of 2,162 feet (659 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Kirya

Kirya has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 594 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 59.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 48.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 72.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 125.7
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 76.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 11.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 4.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 11.3
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 17.1
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 34.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 59.4
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 74.0
Kirya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 24.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,162 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above Tanzania avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,162 ft (659 m)
Area857.9 sq mi (2,221.8 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-3.9167°N, 37.4833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.6"
35% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 5.28"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 2, 2022.

Aug 20, 2019 7 km WSW of Naberera, Tanzania M4.8 76 km
Mar 24, 2019 41 km S of Mtito Andei, Kenya M4.7 121 km
Aug 21, 2013 Tanzania M4.6 146 km
Apr 2, 2022 8 km NNE of Kwakoa, Tanzania M4.2 39 km
Jan 1, 1991 29 km NW of Wundanyi, Kenya M4.2 111 km
Feb 7, 2019 7 km NE of Moshi, Tanzania M3.7 70 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Meru (110 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Meru Stratovolcano 4,565 m (14,977 ft) 1910 110 km
Chyulu Hills Volcanic field 2,188 m (7,178 ft) 1855 144 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 2.3 in
February 78°F (26°C) 2.0 in Warmest
March 78°F (26°C) 4.4 in
April 76°F (24°C) 5.3 in Wettest
May 73°F (23°C) 2.7 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
September 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
October 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in
November 76°F (25°C) 2.5 in
December 77°F (25°C) 2.9 in

Kirya has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 69°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Kirya

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Emangulai Primary School - - - -
Kirya Primary School - - - -
Lesirwai Primary School - - - -
Nyumba ya Mungu Primary School - - - -
Lengungumwa Primary School - - - -
Lemkuna Primary School - - - -
NYUMBA YA MUNGU SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
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Clinics in Kirya

5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kirya Dispensary (Building 1)
Kirya Dispensary (Building 2)
Lemkuna Dispensary
Njia Panda Dispensary
Nyumba Ya Mungu Dispensary

Airports Near Kirya

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kilimanjaro International AirportJROLarge Airport
Kangetchwa Airport-Small Airport
Lake Jipe Airport-Small Airport
Lolmorijoi Airport-Small Airport
Maktau Gate Airport-Small Airport
Mkomazi-Kisima Airport-Small Airport
Moshi AirportQSISmall Airport
Same Airport-Small Airport
Taveta Airport-Small Airport
TPC Airport-Small Airport
Wanjala Mine Airstrip-Small Airport
Ziwani 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 Kirya

What is the population of Kirya?

Kirya has a population of 3,998 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 857.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kirya?

Kirya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.6 inches.

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