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Kisiwani, Tanzania
Kilimanjaro · Tanzania
Kisiwani is a small city in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania with a population of 7,126. Elevation: 2,221 ft (677 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kisiwani
Kisiwani is an administrative ward in Same District of Kilimanjaro Region in Tanzania. The ward covers an area of 1,538 km2 (594 sq mi), and has an average elevation of 656 m (2,152 ft). According to the 2012 census, the ward has a total population of 9,309.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,126 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,221 ft (677 m) |
| Coordinates | -4.1333°, 37.9500° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Kilimanjaro |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.0 inches (762 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kisiwani
Kisiwani is a small city in Tanzania (Kilimanjaro) with a population of 7,126. The city sits at an elevation of 2,221 feet (677 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Kisiwani
Kisiwani 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.0°F |
| 33% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,221 ft (677 m) |
| Area | 2,415.5 sq mi (6,256.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -4.1333°N, 37.9500°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chyulu Hills (162 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chyulu Hills | Volcanic field | 2,188 m (7,178 ft) | 1855 | 162 km |
| Meru | Stratovolcano | 4,565 m (14,977 ft) | 1910 | 166 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 71°F (21°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 74°F (24°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
Kisiwani has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 67°F in July to 76°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Kisiwani
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muraro Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Madiveni Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ntenga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kisiwani Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mshewa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Marindi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chabaru Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Manka Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwizu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Goma Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mkume Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mokanda Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbwakweni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kisiwani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gonja Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mvureni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Njiro Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Msindo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ijinyu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ntenga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Duma Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Kisiwani
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animal market | |||||
| Kwasakwasa Sunday market | |||||
| Makanya soko (market) |
Restaurants in Kisiwani
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kisiwani
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kisiwani
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kasigau Gate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Jipe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maktau Gate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mkomazi-Kisima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mwatate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Same Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taita Hills Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taveta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| TPC Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kisiwani
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Goma church |
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What is the population of Kisiwani?
Kisiwani has a population of 7,126 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,415.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kisiwani?
Kisiwani has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.0 inches.