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Mafinga, Tanzania
Iringa · Tanzania
Mafinga is a mid-size city in Iringa, Tanzania with a population of 34,958. Elevation: 3,340 ft (1,018 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mafinga
Mafinga Town Council is one of the five districts of the Iringa Region of Tanzania.
People
Climate
| Population | 34,958 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,340 ft (1,018 m) |
| Coordinates | -7.2500°, 35.0667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Iringa |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.7 inches (499 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mafinga
Mafinga is a mid-size city in Tanzania (Iringa) with a population of 34,958. The city sits at an elevation of 3,340 feet (1,018 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Mafinga
Mafinga has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is Oct (25.9°C), the coldest is Jun (20.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1263 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.5°F |
| 34% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,340 ft (1,018 m) |
| Area | 8,389.9 sq mi (21,729.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -7.2500°N, 35.0667°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 74°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 4.2 in |
Mafinga has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 68°F in July to 76°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 19.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.2") and June the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Mafinga
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Iringa Airport | IRI | Medium Airport |
| Chidudu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jongomeru Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kibebe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mpululu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Msembe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nkoname Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Mafinga?
Mafinga has a population of 34,958 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 8,389.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mafinga?
Mafinga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.7 inches.