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Lukuledi, Tanzania

Mtwara · Tanzania

Lukuledi is a small city in Mtwara, Tanzania with a population of 29,699. Elevation: 1,112 ft (339 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

29,699 Population 11/sq mi density
1,112 ft Elevation 339 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
37.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Lukuledi

The Lukuledi is a river in The United Republic Of Tanzania, south-eastern region of Africa. With a total length of 160 km, it rises from the boundary between the Lindi and Mtwara regions.

People

Population29,699
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,112 ft (339 m)
Population29,699
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation1,112 ft (339 m)
Coordinates-10.5667°, 38.8000°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceMtwara
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation37.2 inches (944 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lukuledi

Lukuledi is a small city in Tanzania (Mtwara) with a population of 29,699. The city sits at an elevation of 1,112 feet (339 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Lukuledi

Lukuledi has an average annual temperature of 24.1°C (75°F). The hottest month is Nov (27.3°C), the coldest is Jul (20.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 2112 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.2°C / 77°F 20.3° / 33.3° 332.6
Feb 24.8°C / 77°F 20.3° / 30.5° 294.9
Mar 24.7°C / 76°F 19.9° / 30.4° 403.9
Apr 24°C / 75°F 18.2° / 29.5° 425.1
May 21.8°C / 71°F 15° / 28.4° 237.2
Jun 20.5°C / 69°F 12.4° / 27.9° 24.4
Jul 20.5°C / 69°F 12.7° / 28.2° 30.5
Aug 22.4°C / 72°F 14.5° / 31.1° 8.5
Sep 24.6°C / 76°F 16.6° / 33.9° 4.7
Oct 26.4°C / 79°F 18.4° / 36.6° 144.6
Nov 27.3°C / 81°F 19.8° / 36.9° 59.8
Dec 26.6°C / 80°F 20.2° / 35.4° 145.7
Lukuledi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 269 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 37.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,112 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average77.8°F
44% above Tanzania avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,112 ft (339 m)
Area2,807.7 sq mi (7,271.9 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates-10.5667°N, 38.8000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.2"
2% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.80"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Apr 30, 2019.

Aug 3, 2010 56 km N of Mbekenyera, Tanzania M5.3 122 km
Apr 30, 2019 17 km ENE of Nachingwea, Tanzania M4.3 28 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Kenneth Category 4 216 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 7.5 in
February 80°F (26°C) 6.4 in
March 78°F (26°C) 7.8 in Wettest
April 77°F (25°C) 5.0 in
May 76°F (24°C) 1.7 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest
July 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
August 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in
October 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in
November 82°F (28°C) 1.9 in Warmest
December 82°F (28°C) 5.4 in

Lukuledi has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 72°F in June to 82°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.8") and August the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Lukuledi

Institution Type Founded Website
Nachingwea Teacher's College College - ,

Schools in Lukuledi

27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Raha Leo Primary School - - - -
NAIPANGA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Mraushi Primary School - - - -
Mnazimmoja Primary School - - - -
Rahaleo Primary School - - - -
Ndomoni Primary School - - - -
Chiwindi Primary School - - - -
Jagwani Primary School - - - -
Jitegemee Primary School - - - -
Makitikiti Primary School - - - -
Mkurupilo Primary School - - - -
Naipanga Primary School - - - -
Ndomondo Primary School - - - -
Ndomoni Primary School - - - -
LUKULEDI SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Napata Primary School - - - -
Nanditi Primary School - - - -
Mnazi Mmoja Primary School - - - -
Lukuledi Primary School - - - -
Lukuledi Maalum Primary School - - - -
Chigumi Primary School - - - -
Nasindi Primary School - - - -
Kisiwani Primary School - - - -
Mraushi Primary School - - - -
Nambawala Primary School - - - -
Chikukwe Primary School - - - -
Magumchila Primary School - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Lukuledi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Soko la Nachingwea
Soko la Shooting

Clinics in Lukuledi

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chikunja
Lukuledi
Nahimba Dispensary

Airports Near Lukuledi

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Masasi AirportXMISmall Airport
Mtemaupinde Airport-Small Airport
Nachingwea AirportNCHSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam

🇹🇿 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 Lukuledi

What is the population of Lukuledi?

Lukuledi has a population of 29,699 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 2,807.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lukuledi?

Lukuledi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches.

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