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Madimba, Tanzania

Mtwara · Tanzania

Madimba is a small city in Mtwara, Tanzania with a population of 12,507. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

12,507 Population 12/sq mi density
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
44.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Madimba

Madimba

Madimba is a town in Kongo Central Province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo lying between the capital and the coast.

People

Population12,507
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain44.9 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Population12,507
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates-10.4000°, 40.3333°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceMtwara
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation44.9 inches (1,140 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Madimba

Madimba is a small city in Tanzania (Mtwara) with a population of 12,507. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Madimba

Madimba has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C (79°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.6°C), the coldest is Jul (24.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1049 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.6°C / 82°F 24° / 31.1° 159.8
Feb 27.2°C / 81°F 23.5° / 30.8° 196.0
Mar 27.2°C / 81°F 23.1° / 31.4° 241.3
Apr 26.7°C / 80°F 22.7° / 30.7° 151.3
May 26°C / 79°F 21.5° / 30.4° 53.9
Jun 24.9°C / 77°F 20° / 29.8° 9.8
Jul 24.4°C / 76°F 19.3° / 29.5° 8.5
Aug 24.5°C / 76°F 19° / 30° 12.2
Sep 25.2°C / 77°F 19.3° / 31° 11.9
Oct 25.8°C / 78°F 20.8° / 30.9° 32.8
Nov 27°C / 81°F 22.4° / 31.6° 51.6
Dec 27.6°C / 82°F 23.7° / 31.5° 120.2
Madimba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above Tanzania avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area1,067.9 sq mi (2,765.9 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates-10.4000°N, 40.3333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.9"
18% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 8.07"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.4 on May 18, 2025.

Jan 21, 2008 134 km E of Madimba, Tanzania M5.2 135 km
Apr 12, 2016 127 km ESE of Madimba, Tanzania M5.2 127 km
Jan 21, 2008 136 km E of Madimba, Tanzania M5.1 137 km
Jan 4, 2005 74 km E of Madimba, Tanzania M5.0 74 km
Mar 29, 2017 86 km ENE of Mocímboa, Mozambique M5.0 100 km
Jan 4, 2005 127 km E of Madimba, Tanzania M5.0 127 km
Sep 1, 1991 110 km ESE of Madimba, Tanzania M4.8 111 km
Feb 4, 1995 110 km ESE of Madimba, Tanzania M4.6 111 km
Jun 9, 2015 109 km E of Madimba, Tanzania M4.6 109 km
May 18, 2025 119 km ESE of Madimba, Tanzania M4.4 119 km
Jun 17, 2023 116 km E of Madimba, Tanzania M4.4 116 km
May 14, 2024 126 km ENE of Mocímboa, Mozambique M4.3 130 km
Jan 2, 2023 139 km NNE of Mtwara, Tanzania M4.3 150 km
Oct 19, 2003 104 km E of Mocímboa, Mozambique M4.3 134 km
Mar 27, 2025 140 km ESE of Madimba, Tanzania M4.2 140 km
Jul 5, 2008 106 km ENE of Mocímboa, Mozambique M4.1 124 km
Jul 25, 2002 122 km ESE of Madimba, Tanzania M4.0 123 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 1 273 km
2019 Kenneth Category 4 199 km
1996 Doloresse Category 1 226 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 7.0 in
February 80°F (27°C) 6.5 in
March 80°F (27°C) 8.0 in
April 79°F (26°C) 8.1 in Wettest
May 77°F (25°C) 2.9 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
July 74°F (24°C) 0.8 in Coldest
August 74°F (24°C) 0.5 in Driest
September 76°F (24°C) 0.8 in
October 78°F (25°C) 1.1 in
November 80°F (26°C) 2.7 in
December 81°F (27°C) 5.6 in Warmest

Madimba has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 74°F in July to 81°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 44.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.1") and August the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Madimba

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tangazo Primary School - - - -
Nalingu Primary School - - - -
Mtendachi Primary School - - - -
Msinbati Primary School - - - -
Mnete Primary School - - - -
Mitambo Primary School - - - -
Milumba Primary School - - - -
Mayaya Primary School - - - -
Litembe Primary School - - - -
Kilambo Primary School - - - -
Mngoji Primary School - - - -
Madimba Primary School - - - -
Litembe Primary School - - - -
Kihimika Primary School - - - -
Kilambo Primary School - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Madimba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Sokobati Market Area

Stadiums & Teams in Madimba

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Airports Near Madimba

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mtwara AirportMYWMedium Airport
Afungi Airport-Small Airport
Lindi AirportLDISmall Airport
Mikindani Airport-Small Airport
Nangade AirportNNDSmall Airport
Palma AirportLMZSmall Airport
Vamizi Airstrip-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 Madimba

What is the population of Madimba?

Madimba has a population of 12,507 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 1,067.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Madimba?

Madimba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.9 inches.

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