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Magugu, Tanzania

Manyara · Tanzania

Magugu is a small city in Manyara, Tanzania with a population of 26,131. Elevation: 3,323 ft (1,013 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

26,131 Population 8/sq mi density
3,323 ft Elevation 1,013 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
26.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Magugu

Magugu is an administrative ward in the Babati district of the Manyara Region of Tanzania. According to the 2002 census, the ward has a total population of 23,682. It is famous for its aromatic rice.

People

Population26,131
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation3,323 ft (1,013 m)
Population26,131
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation3,323 ft (1,013 m)
Coordinates-4.0167°, 35.7667°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceManyara
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation26.5 inches (672 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Magugu

Magugu is a small city in Tanzania (Manyara) with a population of 26,131. The city sits at an elevation of 3,323 feet (1,013 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Magugu

Magugu has an average annual temperature of 19.8°C (68°F). The hottest month is Nov (21.5°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1008 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20°C / 68°F 13.8° / 28.1° 133.2
Feb 20.3°C / 69°F 13.9° / 28° 122.9
Mar 20.7°C / 69°F 14.1° / 29° 107.3
Apr 20°C / 68°F 14° / 27.8° 121.3
May 19°C / 66°F 12.5° / 26.8° 46.8
Jun 18°C / 64°F 10.5° / 26.3° 12.9
Jul 17.7°C / 64°F 8.8° / 27° 16.6
Aug 18.6°C / 65°F 10.4° / 28.8° 48.7
Sep 20.3°C / 68°F 12.2° / 30.2° 10.9
Oct 21.4°C / 71°F 13.1° / 31.4° 33.3
Nov 21.5°C / 71°F 14.6° / 30.8° 201.7
Dec 20.6°C / 69°F 14.8° / 28.5° 153.1
Magugu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,323 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average71.3°F
32% above Tanzania avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,323 ft (1,013 m)
Area3,236.0 sq mi (8,381.2 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-4.0167°N, 35.7667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.5"
30% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 5.31"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

137 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 8, 2025.

May 15, 1990 30 km N of Mto wa Mbu, Tanzania M5.5 106 km
May 15, 1990 14 km NE of Kiratu, Tanzania M5.4 88 km
Jul 15, 2007 56 km NW of Monduli, Tanzania M5.4 134 km
Apr 11, 1993 11 km E of Mbulu, Tanzania M5.3 24 km
Jul 17, 2007 56 km W of Longido, Tanzania M5.3 145 km
Jul 15, 2007 46 km NNW of Monduli, Tanzania M5.3 132 km
Jul 18, 2007 67 km W of Longido, Tanzania M5.2 143 km
Aug 18, 2007 55 km W of Longido, Tanzania M5.2 141 km
Feb 22, 1991 6 km NE of Magugu, Tanzania M5.2 7 km
Dec 20, 1996 43 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.2 142 km
Feb 3, 2009 58 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 102 km
Apr 5, 1990 46 km N of Mto wa Mbu, Tanzania M5.1 122 km
Jul 23, 1993 19 km SE of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.1 113 km
Apr 8, 2010 23 km NNE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 66 km
Feb 16, 2009 53 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 103 km
Aug 8, 2025 24 km E of Mungaa, Tanzania M5.0 132 km
Jul 9, 2025 18 km SSE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 92 km
Apr 15, 2011 3 km SSW of Babati, Tanzania M4.9 26 km
Jul 26, 1990 44 km N of Mto wa Mbu, Tanzania M4.9 119 km
Aug 7, 2007 55 km NNE of Mto wa Mbu, Tanzania M4.8 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Meru (139 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Meru Stratovolcano 4,565 m (14,977 ft) 1910 139 km
Lengai, Ol Doinyo Stratovolcano 2,962 m (9,718 ft) 2020 140 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in
February 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in
March 74°F (23°C) 4.9 in
April 74°F (23°C) 5.3 in Warmest, Wettest
May 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
July 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in
October 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
November 74°F (23°C) 2.3 in
December 73°F (23°C) 4.4 in

Magugu has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 66°F in July to 74°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Magugu

21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mapea Primary School
Kwaang'W Secondary School
MAGUGU SECONDARY SCHOOL
GICHAMEDA SECONDARY SCHOOL
Joshua Primary School
Bulkeri Primary School
Dudumera Primary School
Gechameda Primary School
Kibaoni Primary School
Kisangaji Primary School
Magugu Primary School
GICHAMEDA SECONDARY SCHOOL
Masware Primary School
Matufa Primary School
Mekiroy Primary School
Mindey Primary School
Sangaiwe Primary School
Sarame Primary School
Burunge Primary School
Chemchem Primary School
Kiongozi Primary School
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Hotels in Magugu

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lake Burunge tented lodge
Tarangire Simba Lodge
Tarangire Simba Lodge

Clinics in Magugu

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kisngaji Dispensary
Mawemairo Dispensary
Shaurimoyo Dispensary
Zahanati ya wazazi Magugu

Veterinaries in Magugu

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bustani Vet magugu

Bus Stations in Magugu

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Babati
Magugu Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Magugu

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TZ #5261957522

Banks in Magugu

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CRDB bank
NMB Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Magugu

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Airports Near Magugu

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lake Manyara AirportLKYMedium Airport
Endanyawish AirportSmall Airport
Haidom AirportSmall Airport
Harbanget AirportSmall Airport
Kuro AirportSmall Airport
Tarangire 2 AirportSmall Airport
Yaeda AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Magugu

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bindeni mosque
Mosque
Roman Catholic Magugu

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 Magugu

What is the population of Magugu?

Magugu has a population of 26,131 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 3,236.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Magugu?

Magugu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches.

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