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Mabamba, Tanzania

Kigoma · Tanzania

Mabamba is a small city in Kigoma, Tanzania with a population of 14,140. Elevation: 4,255 ft (1,297 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

14,140 Population 3/sq mi density
4,255 ft Elevation 1,297 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
45.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Mabamba

Mabamba is an administrative ward within Muhambwe Constituency in Kibondo District of Kigoma Region in Tanzania.

People

Population14,140
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation4,255 ft (1,297 m)
Population14,140
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation4,255 ft (1,297 m)
Coordinates-3.5983°, 30.5019°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceKigoma
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation45.8 inches (1,164 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mabamba

Mabamba is a small city in Tanzania (Kigoma) with a population of 14,140. The city sits at an elevation of 4,255 feet (1,297 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Mabamba

Mabamba has an average annual temperature of 21.1°C (70°F). The hottest month is Sep (23.2°C), the coldest is Jun (19.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1939 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21°C / 70°F 15.2° / 27.9° 228.7
Feb 21.3°C / 70°F 15.6° / 28.3° 193.0
Mar 21.3°C / 70°F 15.7° / 28.1° 219.9
Apr 20.8°C / 69°F 15.6° / 27° 202.8
May 20.4°C / 69°F 13.8° / 26.5° 80.2
Jun 19.3°C / 67°F 11.5° / 26.5° 15.0
Jul 19.3°C / 67°F 10.6° / 27.6° 18.6
Aug 21.3°C / 70°F 11.9° / 29.9° 60.9
Sep 23.2°C / 74°F 14.5° / 31.8° 58.3
Oct 22.7°C / 73°F 14.5° / 31.2° 142.7
Nov 21.3°C / 70°F 15.5° / 29.4° 428.8
Dec 21°C / 70°F 15.2° / 27.5° 289.9
Mabamba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,255 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average68.9°F
28% above Tanzania avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,255 ft (1,297 m)
Area5,565.9 sq mi (14,415.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-3.5983°N, 30.5019°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.8"
21% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 7.44"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.2 on Jul 28, 2025.

Jul 28, 2025 33 km NW of Rumonge, Burundi M5.2 141 km
Sep 18, 1990 10 km SSE of Rumonge, Burundi M5.0 124 km
Aug 11, 1993 16 km S of Bujumbura, Burundi M4.8 127 km
Apr 5, 2003 12 km SSE of Mwaro, Burundi M4.8 84 km
Sep 1, 2003 30 km ESE of Makamba, Burundi M4.8 82 km
May 16, 2004 16 km WNW of Kayanza, Burundi M4.7 138 km
Feb 24, 2004 14 km SSW of Muramvya, Burundi M4.7 107 km
Apr 3, 2011 17 km SW of Mwaro, Burundi M4.7 100 km
Jan 24, 2021 18 km ESE of Bujumbura, Burundi M4.5 112 km
Feb 24, 2004 15 km S of Muramvya, Burundi M4.5 103 km
May 21, 2015 12 km S of Gitega, Burundi M4.4 65 km
Jun 18, 2017 57 km NE of Kasulu, Tanzania M4.4 71 km
Jul 12, 2014 22 km NW of Rumonge, Burundi M4.3 134 km
Jul 22, 2010 35 km E of Kasulu, Tanzania M4.2 113 km
Sep 25, 2010 11 km NE of Mwaro, Burundi M3.8 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 5.7 in
February 69°F (20°C) 5.4 in
March 68°F (20°C) 6.9 in
April 69°F (20°C) 7.4 in Wettest
May 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in Coldest
July 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
September 71°F (22°C) 1.3 in Warmest
October 70°F (21°C) 3.1 in
November 69°F (20°C) 5.6 in
December 69°F (20°C) 6.2 in

Mabamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 68°F in June to 71°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 45.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.4") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Mabamba

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Uhuru Primary School - - - -
Samvura Primary School - - - -
Nyange Primary School - - - -
Nyakasanda Primary School - - - -
Nyabitaka Primary School - - - -
Ntoyoyo Primary School - - - -
Mushenyi Primary School - - - -
Mukarazi Primary School - - - -
Mabamba Primary School - - - -
Kumnazi Primary School - - - -
Kizazi Primary School - - - -
Kitelama Primary School - - - -
Kigogo Primary School - - - -
Kasana Primary School - - - -
Boniconsili Mabamba Girls Secondary School - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Mabamba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kibondo market

Clinics in Mabamba

6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kiduduye Dispensary
Kigogo Dispensary
Mukabuye Dispensary
Nyagwijima Dispensary
Nyange Dispensary
Nyarugunga Dispensary

Airports Near Mabamba

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gitega AirportGIDMedium Airport
Gihohi Airport-Small Airport
Kibondo Airport-Small Airport
Kifura Airstrip-Small Airport
Mwumba Airport-Small Airport
Ruyigi Airport-Small 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 Mabamba

What is the population of Mabamba?

Mabamba has a population of 14,140 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 5,565.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mabamba?

Mabamba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.8 inches.

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