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Laela, Tanzania
Rukwa · Tanzania
Laela is a small city in Rukwa, Tanzania with a population of 19,185. Elevation: 5,131 ft (1,564 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 19,185 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,131 ft (1,564 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.5667°, 32.0500° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Rukwa |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.7 inches (931 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Laela
Laela is a small city in Tanzania (Rukwa) with a population of 19,185. The city sits at an elevation of 5,131 feet (1,564 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Laela
Laela has an average annual temperature of 18.5°C (65°F). The hottest month is Oct (21.6°C), the coldest is Jul (14.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1661 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.2°F |
| 26% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,131 ft (1,564 m) |
| Area | 4,464.6 sq mi (11,563.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.5667°N, 32.0500°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ngozi (172 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ngozi | Caldera | 2,614 m (8,576 ft) | 1450 | 172 km |
| Rungwe | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 1250 | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 6.7 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 6.9 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| November | 71°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 7.0 in |
Laela has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 64°F in July to 72°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.6") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Laela
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ndelema Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mtindilo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mteta Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mpembano Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Movu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Miangalua Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lusaka Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lowe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laela B Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laela A Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kisalala Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kamyalile Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kamnyazya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| LOWE primary school | - | - | - | - |
| LUSAKA SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| LAELA SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Laela
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Laela
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Laela
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kapenta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mbala Airport | MMQ | Small Airport |
| Sumbawanga Airport | SUT | Small Airport |
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Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Laela
What is the population of Laela?
Laela has a population of 19,185 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 4,464.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Laela?
Laela enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.7 inches.