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Kiwira, Tanzania
Mbeya · Tanzania
Kiwira is a small city in Mbeya, Tanzania with a population of 21,342. Elevation: 4,462 ft (1,360 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Kiwira
Kiwira is an administrative ward in the Rungwe district of the Mbeya Region of Tanzania. In 2016 the Tanzania National Bureau of Statistics report there were 27,822 people in the ward, from 25,244 in 2012.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,342 |
| Population Density | 469 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,462 ft (1,360 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.1731°, 33.5415° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Mbeya |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 71.3 inches (1,812 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kiwira
Kiwira is a small city in Tanzania (Mbeya) with a population of 21,342. The city sits at an elevation of 4,462 feet (1,360 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Kiwira
Kiwira has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Nov (19°C), the coldest is Jul (13°C). Average annual precipitation is 2215 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 211 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,462 ft (1,360 m) |
| Area | 45.5 sq mi (117.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 469/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.1731°N, 33.5415°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Rungwe (15 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Rungwe | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 1250 | 15 km |
| Ngozi | Caldera | 2,614 m (8,576 ft) | 1450 | 21 km |
| Kyejo | Stratovolcano | 2,176 m (7,139 ft) | 1800 | 28 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 9.4 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 8.3 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 12.3 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 15.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 9.4 in |
Kiwira has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 63°F in July to 72°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 71.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (15.3") and September the driest (0.4").
Schools in Kiwira
42 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ibililo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kakala Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Isumba Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Isaka Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ilundo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Iloto Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ilenge Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ikukisya Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Igogwe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Igembe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ibula Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kanyegele Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ibagha Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Goje Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chuo | — | — | — | — |
| Shule ya Sekondari Rungwe (Rungwe Secondary School) | — | — | — | — |
| Nsongwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| NKUNGA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| KIWIRA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| KYIMO SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| MPANDAPANDA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Lupepo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Swaya Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Songwe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rungwe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nzunda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ntokela Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nsongwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwankenja Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mpandapanda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Matweli Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Masaki Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kipoke Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lupale Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lumbe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lukata Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lubwe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kyosa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiwira Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kipande Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kilimani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kikuyu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Kiwira
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moravian Church Museum |
Libraries in Kiwira
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr.Magufuli | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kiwira
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ikuti market | |||||
| ikutu | |||||
| Kiwira Soko | |||||
| L.C Min Market | |||||
| L.C Min Market | |||||
| Markt | |||||
| Mzalendo Butcher | |||||
| Mzalendo Butcher | |||||
| Mzalendo Butcher | |||||
| Mzalendo Butcher |
Hotels in Kiwira
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kiwira
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kiwira
9 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kiwira
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Songwe Airport | MBI | Medium Airport |
| Chitipa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chunya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mbarali Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mbeya Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kiwira
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Moravian Church | |
| Moravian Mission Head Offices |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kiwira
What is the population of Kiwira?
Kiwira has a population of 21,342 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 469 people per square mile, spread across 45.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kiwira?
Kiwira enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.3 inches.