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Lushoto, Tanzania
Tanga · Tanzania
Lushoto is a mid-size city in Tanga, Tanzania with a population of 34,000. Elevation: 4,915 ft (1,498 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Lushoto
Lushoto is a town in the Usambara Mountains of Tanzania. It is the capital of Lushoto District, Tanga Region. The 2012 national census estimated the population of Lushoto ward at 28,190.
People
Climate
| Population | 34,000 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,915 ft (1,498 m) |
| Coordinates | -4.7833°, 38.2833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Tanga |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.6 inches (853 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lushoto
Lushoto is a mid-size city in Tanzania (Tanga) with a population of 34,000. The city sits at an elevation of 4,915 feet (1,498 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Lushoto
Lushoto has an average annual temperature of 22.4°C (72°F). The hottest month is Mar (24.7°C), the coldest is Jul (19.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1792 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,915 ft (1,498 m) |
| Area | 1,536.7 sq mi (3,980.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -4.7833°N, 38.2833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 3.3 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 65°F (19°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 4.4 in |
Lushoto has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 59°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Lushoto
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montessori Teachers Training college | College | - | , |
Schools in Lushoto
43 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dindira Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwemakame Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwekangaga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwai Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwaboli Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kitopeni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kireti Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kinko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gologolo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gare Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gara B Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwemashai u Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bombo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sebastian Kolwa Memorial University | - | - | - | - |
| Kireti Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kireti Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwai Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Migambo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwebalasa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mkuzi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mkuzi Juu Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Milungui Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ndabwa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwemashai Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shambalai secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Montessori English medium Primary school | - | - | - | - |
| St Catherine primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Tumaini Social Group Mkuzi | - | - | - | - |
| Ubiri Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shukilai Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyakei Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nkundei Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ngulwi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Irente School for the Blind | - | - | - | - |
| Milungui Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbula 'B' Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbula Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mabughai Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lushoto Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| kwezinga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwetongo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwesimu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwembago Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lushoto
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Lushoto
16 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lushoto
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lushoto
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Lushoto
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lushoto
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lushoto
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lushoto
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kwajoni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mashado Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mkomazi-Kisima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mombo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Same Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lushoto
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Lushoto Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lushoto
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gare Mission | |
| Kitala kikulu |
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What is the population of Lushoto?
Lushoto has a population of 34,000 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 1,536.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lushoto?
Lushoto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.6 inches.