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Magu, Tanzania
Mwanza · Tanzania
Magu is a mid-size city in Mwanza, Tanzania with a population of 35,000. Elevation: 3,786 ft (1,154 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 35,000 |
| Population Density | 32 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,786 ft (1,154 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.5908°, 33.4462° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Mwanza |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.7 inches (931 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Magu
Magu is a mid-size city in Tanzania (Mwanza) with a population of 35,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,786 feet (1,154 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Magu
Magu has an average annual temperature of 23.6°C (74°F). The hottest month is Oct (25.3°C), the coldest is Jan (22.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1284 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.8°F |
| 35% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,786 ft (1,154 m) |
| Area | 1,101.5 sq mi (2,852.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.5908°N, 33.4462°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 71°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 4.8 in |
Magu has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 71°F in July to 75°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Magu
38 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iseni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Moha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Misungwi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Magu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Magu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lupemba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lumeji Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lubugu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kitongo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Itumbili Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwabulenga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Isandula Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ihimbili Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Buhumbi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bugomba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bubinza Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Magu Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Itumbili Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Salong'We Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| HKL | - | - | - | - |
| KINANGO SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| ITUMBILI SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Form Three | - | - | - | - |
| Form four | - | - | - | - |
| form one | - | - | - | - |
| form Two | - | - | - | - |
| Kitchen | - | - | - | - |
| PCB & PCM | - | - | - | - |
| Dining hall | - | - | - | - |
| NG'WAMABANZA SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Icheja Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Salong'we Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sagani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyambitilwa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyalikungu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nsola Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwamibanga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwalinha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Magu
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heaven Radio | gospel | MP3 |
Farmers Markets in Magu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magu Market | |||||
| Magu market |
Hotels in Magu
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Magu
9 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Magu
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Magu
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Magu
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mwanza International Airport | MWZ | Large Airport |
| Alliance Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Maswa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nansio Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Magu
What is the population of Magu?
Magu has a population of 35,000 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 1,101.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Magu?
Magu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.7 inches.