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Liuli, Tanzania
Ruvuma · Tanzania
Liuli is a small city in Ruvuma, Tanzania with a population of 13,119. Elevation: 1,562 ft (476 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Liuli
Liuli, formerly known as Sphinx Hafen, is a settlement on the Tanzanian shore of Lake Malawi in the Mbinga District of Ruvuma province. It is notable for being the site of the first naval action of World War I.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,119 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,562 ft (476 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.0833°, 34.6333° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Ruvuma |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.3 inches (1,328 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Liuli
Liuli is a small city in Tanzania (Ruvuma) with a population of 13,119. The city sits at an elevation of 1,562 feet (476 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Liuli
Liuli has an average annual temperature of 26.5°C (80°F). The hottest month is Nov (30.2°C), the coldest is Jul (22.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1268 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.5°F |
| 38% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 241 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,562 ft (476 m) |
| Area | 610.2 sq mi (1,580.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.0833°N, 34.6333°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 9.5 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 8.2 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 10.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 8.8 in |
Liuli has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 69°F in July to 79°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 52.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (10.4") and September the driest (0.1").
Schools in Liuli
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wingira Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tumbi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Songambele Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Puulu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ngehe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nambila Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Muungano Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Muongozo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mkali B Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mkalachi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbahi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mango Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kihagara Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hongi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Liuli
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| kilosa market |
Clinics in Liuli
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Liuli
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mzuzu Airport | ZZU | Medium Airport |
| Chilumba Private Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Liuli Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mbamba Bay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mbinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Liuli
What is the population of Liuli?
Liuli has a population of 13,119 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 610.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Liuli?
Liuli has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.3 inches.