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Kitama, Tanzania
Mtwara · Tanzania
Kitama is a small city in Mtwara, Tanzania with a population of 16,232. Elevation: 866 ft (264 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kitama
The Kutama were a Berber tribe in northern Algeria classified among the Berber confederation of the Bavares. The Kutama are attested much earlier, in the form Koidamousii by the Greek geographer Ptolemy.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,232 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 866 ft (264 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.7167°, 39.7333° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Mtwara |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.2 inches (1,123 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kitama
Kitama is a small city in Tanzania (Mtwara) with a population of 16,232. The city sits at an elevation of 866 feet (264 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Kitama
Kitama has an average annual temperature of 25.3°C (78°F). The hottest month is Nov (27.5°C), the coldest is Jun (22.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 2115 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.7°F |
| 40% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 866 ft (264 m) |
| Area | 892.5 sq mi (2,311.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.7167°N, 39.7333°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 8.1 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 9.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 6.6 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
Kitama has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 72°F in July to 79°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.4") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Kitama
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitekela Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nitekela Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Niyumba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chikwaya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mnivata Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kitama Bondeni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chiwilo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Miule Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Migombani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Namedi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwenge Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ng'ongolo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kitama I Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mitondi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mitondi A Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Miuta Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mnaida Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mnyahi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwenge Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Namedi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Namunda Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Kitama
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market |
Clinics in Kitama
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kitama
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mocímboa da Praia Airport | MZB | Medium Airport |
| Mtwara Airport | MYW | Medium Airport |
| Mikindani Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nangade Airport | NND | Small Airport |
| Palma Airport | LMZ | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kitama
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mosque |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kitama
What is the population of Kitama?
Kitama has a population of 16,232 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 892.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kitama?
Kitama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.2 inches.