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Kongwa, Tanzania

Dodoma · Tanzania

Kongwa is a small city in Dodoma, Tanzania with a population of 11,840. Elevation: 3,356 ft (1,023 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

11,840 Population 6/sq mi density
3,356 ft Elevation 1,023 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
24.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Kongwa

Kongwa

Kongwa District is one of the seven districts of the Dodoma Region of Tanzania. It is bordered to the north by Manyara Region, to the east by Morogoro Region, to the south by Mpwapwa District, and to the west by Chamwino District. Its district capital is the town of Kongwa.

People

Population11,840
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain24.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation3,356 ft (1,023 m)
Population11,840
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation3,356 ft (1,023 m)
Coordinates-6.2000°, 36.4167°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceDodoma
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation24.6 inches (624 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kongwa

Kongwa is a small city in Tanzania (Dodoma) with a population of 11,840. The city sits at an elevation of 3,356 feet (1,023 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Kongwa

Kongwa has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Nov (23.9°C), the coldest is Jul (18.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1101 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.1°C / 72°F 16.5° / 30.4° 257.5
Feb 22.1°C / 72°F 15.9° / 29.8° 179.0
Mar 21.9°C / 71°F 15.8° / 29.7° 161.6
Apr 21.1°C / 70°F 15.1° / 28.2° 108.3
May 19.9°C / 68°F 13° / 27.6° 29.7
Jun 18.6°C / 66°F 10.9° / 27.1° 10.4
Jul 18.5°C / 65°F 9.7° / 27.8° 8.2
Aug 19.9°C / 68°F 11.3° / 30.2° 4.4
Sep 21.8°C / 71°F 13.3° / 32° 1.7
Oct 23.3°C / 74°F 14.3° / 34.1° 17.8
Nov 23.9°C / 75°F 16° / 34° 78.0
Dec 23°C / 73°F 16.2° / 32.1° 244.9
Kongwa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 66°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 3,356 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Tanzania avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,356 ft (1,023 m)
Area2,020.6 sq mi (5,233.4 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-6.2000°N, 36.4167°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.6"
35% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.28"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

67 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.1 on May 5, 2024.

Nov 4, 2002 58 km N of Msanga, Tanzania M5.5 86 km
Mar 6, 2008 62 km SSE of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.4 98 km
Dec 20, 1996 43 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.2 121 km
Jul 13, 2016 60 km N of Msanga, Tanzania M5.1 92 km
Jun 14, 2003 59 km WSW of Kibaya, Tanzania M5.1 86 km
Jul 23, 1993 19 km SE of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.1 143 km
Apr 26, 2010 60 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.0 104 km
Jul 23, 1993 62 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.0 107 km
Feb 17, 2023 30 km N of Kintinku, Tanzania M5.0 148 km
Nov 4, 2002 30 km N of Msanga, Tanzania M4.9 60 km
Jan 20, 2009 57 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M4.9 115 km
Dec 21, 1996 43 km SW of Kondoa, Tanzania M4.8 146 km
Aug 26, 2001 36 km N of Msanga, Tanzania M4.8 65 km
Mar 19, 1991 46 km ENE of Kintinku, Tanzania M4.7 100 km
Jul 10, 2002 56 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M4.7 111 km
Oct 13, 2002 59 km SSE of Kondoa, Tanzania M4.7 103 km
Jan 10, 2003 58 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M4.7 111 km
Oct 13, 2002 64 km NNW of Msanga, Tanzania M4.7 103 km
Mar 25, 2001 42 km NNW of Msanga, Tanzania M4.6 80 km
Mar 12, 2006 64 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M4.6 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 5.3 in Warmest, Wettest
February 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in
March 72°F (22°C) 4.5 in
April 71°F (22°C) 3.1 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
June 67°F (20°C) 0.0 in
July 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 67°F (19°C) 0.0 in
September 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in
October 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
November 73°F (23°C) 1.4 in
December 73°F (23°C) 4.9 in

Kongwa has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 66°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Kongwa

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mkwala Primary School
Ibwaga Primary School
Mlanga Primary School
Manungu Primary School
Chimlata Primary School
Ibwaga Primary School
Kongwa Primary School
Machenje Primary School
Manungu Primary School
Mautya Primary School
Padre Corado Pre & Primary School
Mlanga Primary School
Mlimagata Primary School
Mnyakongo Primary School
Nguji Primary School
Viganga Primary School
Himarigo Primary School
Mbugani Primary School
Ng'hambi Primary School
Simai Primary School
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Farmers Markets in Kongwa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kibaigwa Grain Market
Soko Kuu, Mpwapwa

Clinics in Kongwa

11 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chamkoroma KKKT Dispensary
Chunyu Dispensary
Ihanda Dispensary
Kongwa RC Dispensary
Laikal Dispensary
Machenje Dispensary
Mautya Dispensary
Mbande Dispensary
Ng'hambi Dispensary
Ugogoni Health Center
Ugogoni Health Centre

Bus Stations in Kongwa

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mbande bus station
TZ #4568162593

Airports Near Kongwa

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dodoma AirportDODMedium Airport
Kilosa AirportSmall Airport
Kongwa AirportSmall Airport
Mpwapwa AirportSmall Airport
Mvumi AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kongwa

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kanisa la kiinjili la kilutheri Tanzania
Parokia Katoliki Kongwa

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation
800 m (2,625 ft)

🇹🇿 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 Kongwa

What is the population of Kongwa?

Kongwa has a population of 11,840 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 2,020.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kongwa?

Kongwa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°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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