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Lindi, Tanzania

Lindi · Tanzania

Lindi is a mid-size city in Lindi, Tanzania with a population of 95,096. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

95,096 Population 200/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
38.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Lindi

Lindi

Lindi is a historic coastal town in southern Tanzania and the administrative center of the Lindi Region, the least populated region in the country. Situated at the head of Lindi Bay along the Indian Ocean, the town is located approximately 105 kilometers north of Mtwara, the southernmost coastal town in Tanzania, and about 450 kilometers south of Dar es Salaam, the nation's largest city.

People

Population95,096
Density200/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population95,096
Population Density200 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates-9.9971°, 39.7165°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceLindi
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation38.5 inches (977 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lindi

Lindi is a mid-size city in Tanzania (Lindi) with a population of 95,096. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Lindi

Lindi has an average annual temperature of 26.5°C (80°F). The hottest month is Dec (28°C), the coldest is Jul (24.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1869 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.7°C / 82°F 25.6° / 30.1° 313.7
Feb 27.7°C / 82°F 26° / 29.8° 284.9
Mar 27.7°C / 82°F 25.8° / 29.9° 472.0
Apr 27.1°C / 81°F 24.1° / 29.7° 348.1
May 25.8°C / 78°F 22.1° / 28.8° 90.0
Jun 24.7°C / 77°F 19.9° / 28.1° 29.6
Jul 24.5°C / 76°F 20.3° / 28° 17.4
Aug 25°C / 77°F 21.4° / 28.7° 8.5
Sep 25.6°C / 78°F 22.7° / 29.1° 7.7
Oct 26.4°C / 79°F 24° / 29.6° 83.3
Nov 27.4°C / 81°F 25° / 30.3° 73.4
Dec 28°C / 82°F 25.8° / 30.5° 140.5
Lindi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 266 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 38.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average78.7°F
46% above Tanzania avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area476.3 sq mi (1,233.6 km²)
Population Density200/sq mi
Coordinates-9.9971°N, 39.7165°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.5"
1% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.64"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 2, 2023.

Aug 3, 2010 56 km N of Mbekenyera, Tanzania M5.3 90 km
Jan 4, 2005 74 km E of Madimba, Tanzania M5.0 147 km
Apr 30, 2019 17 km ENE of Nachingwea, Tanzania M4.3 96 km
Jan 2, 2023 139 km NNE of Mtwara, Tanzania M4.3 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Hidaya Category 1 257 km
2019 Kenneth Category 4 256 km
1996 Doloresse Category 1 296 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in
February 81°F (27°C) 5.2 in
March 81°F (27°C) 7.6 in Wettest
April 80°F (27°C) 6.8 in
May 78°F (26°C) 2.0 in
June 76°F (25°C) 0.5 in
July 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.3 in Driest
September 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
October 78°F (26°C) 1.0 in
November 81°F (27°C) 2.4 in
December 81°F (27°C) 5.4 in Warmest

Lindi has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 75°F in July to 81°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.6") and August the driest (0.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Lindi

Institution Type Founded Website
Doctor's college College - ,
Doctors college College - ,
Open university of Tanzania College - ,

Schools in Lindi

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Msinjahili Primary School - - - -
Khairaat Islamic Secondary School - - - -
MKONGE SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Msinjahili Primary School - - - -
Kineng'ene Primary School - - - -
Kitumbikwela Primary School - - - -
Likotwa Primary School - - - -
Mkundi Primary School - - - -
Mlandege Primary School - - - -
Mpilipili Primary School - - - -
Wamasharafu secondary school - - - -
Mtanda Primary School - - - -
Mtange Primary School - - - -
Mtuleni Primary School - - - -
Rahaleo Primary School - - - -
Rasbura Primary School - - - -
Sinde Primary School - - - -
Stadium Primary School - - - -
Wailes Primary School - - - -
Mkopwe Secondary - - - -
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Hotels in Lindi

6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Baraka inn
Chamikumbi hotel
Coast Guest House
Kidia Royal Cafe
Mwasi Royal hotel
White pearly

Restaurants in Lindi

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Himo Restaurant
Makuti Bay Bar
White's restaurant

Cafes in Lindi

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tanga spice
Zanzibar cafe

Clinics in Lindi

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Angaza clinic
Kimimbi modern clinic
School Dispensary

Bus Stations in Lindi

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lindi Bus Stand
Mtange bus station

Gas Stations in Lindi

11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gapco
Najma
Najma
Najma
Oilcom
Oilcom
Sheli ya Mafuta Likotwa
Total
TZ #5770221760
TZ #5770222370
TZ #7010966236

Banks in Lindi

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CRDB
Microfinance Bank
Nmb
Postal

Gyms in Lindi

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TZ #5770221761
TZ #5770232356

Airports Near Lindi

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mtwara AirportMYWMedium Airport
Lindi AirportLDISmall Airport
Mikindani Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lindi

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kagwa church
KKKT
KKKT
Masjid
Masjid Nuur
Pentecostal Church
Roman Catholic Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam

Around Lindi

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 12
Hospitals 3
Pharmacies 6
Restaurants 3
Cafes 2
Bars 7
Supermarkets 5
Banks 4
Hotels 5
Parks 4
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 2

🇹🇿 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 Lindi

What is the population of Lindi?

Lindi has a population of 95,096 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 200 people per square mile, spread across 476.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lindi?

Lindi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches.

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