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Makanya, Tanzania

Kilimanjaro · Tanzania

Makanya is a small city in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania with a population of 9,505. Elevation: 2,234 ft (681 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

9,505 Population 4/sq mi density
2,234 ft Elevation 681 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
28.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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People

Population9,505
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain28.4 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation2,234 ft (681 m)
Population9,505
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation2,234 ft (681 m)
Coordinates-4.3667°, 37.8333°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceKilimanjaro
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation28.4 inches (721 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Makanya

Makanya is a small city in Tanzania (Kilimanjaro) with a population of 9,505. The city sits at an elevation of 2,234 feet (681 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Makanya

Makanya has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 594 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 59.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 48.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 72.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 125.7
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 76.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 11.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 4.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 11.3
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 17.1
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 34.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 59.4
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 74.0
Makanya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 284 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 28.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,234 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average74.2°F
37% above Tanzania avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,234 ft (681 m)
Area2,415.5 sq mi (6,256.1 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-4.3667°N, 37.8333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.4"
25% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 5.39"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 2, 2022.

Dec 8, 1995 53 km NNW of Mlalo, Tanzania M5.0 107 km
Mar 13, 2020 20 km N of Maramba, Tanzania M4.9 101 km
Aug 20, 2019 7 km WSW of Naberera, Tanzania M4.8 108 km
Mar 24, 2019 41 km S of Mtito Andei, Kenya M4.7 149 km
Apr 2, 2022 8 km NNE of Kwakoa, Tanzania M4.2 75 km
Jan 1, 1991 29 km NW of Wundanyi, Kenya M4.2 135 km
Feb 7, 2019 7 km NE of Moshi, Tanzania M3.7 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Meru (173 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Meru Stratovolcano 4,565 m (14,977 ft) 1910 173 km
Chyulu Hills Volcanic field 2,188 m (7,178 ft) 1855 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 2.8 in
February 78°F (26°C) 2.6 in Warmest
March 78°F (26°C) 4.1 in
April 76°F (24°C) 5.4 in Wettest
May 73°F (23°C) 2.9 in
June 71°F (21°C) 1.3 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in Driest
September 72°F (22°C) 0.5 in
October 74°F (23°C) 1.3 in
November 76°F (25°C) 2.8 in
December 77°F (25°C) 3.9 in

Makanya has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 69°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Makanya

25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kwesasu Primary School
Malindi Secondary School
Chome Secondary School
VETA Makanya
Makanya Secondary School
Mhero Primary School
Mng,ende Primary School
Mgwasi Primary School
Suji Primary School
Malindi Primary School
Chome Primary School
Ngujini Primary School
Tae Primary School
English Medium School Makanya
Mongoloma Primary School
Makanya Primary School
Gombelesa Primary School
Mwanya Primary School
Nkwini Primary School
Rikweni Primary School
Mahande Primary School
Chankoko Primary School
Kitala Primary School
Tintini Primary School
Gonjanza Primary School
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Farmers Markets in Makanya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Animal market
Makanya soko (market)

Hotels in Makanya

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mchome

Clinics in Makanya

7 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bwambo Dispensary
Chome Dispensary
Kasapo Dispensary
Makanya Sda Dispensary
Shengena Health Centre
Suji Gonjanza Dispensary
Tae Dispensary

Train Stations in Makanya

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Makanya

Bus Stations in Makanya

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Makanya Stand

Gas Stations in Makanya

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TZ #6054493828
TZ #7130985670

Airports Near Makanya

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kasigau Gate AirportSmall Airport
Lake Jipe AirportSmall Airport
Mkomazi-Kisima AirportSmall Airport
Mombo AirportSmall Airport
Same AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Makanya

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lutheran Church Makanya

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 Makanya

What is the population of Makanya?

Makanya has a population of 9,505 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 2,415.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Makanya?

Makanya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.4 inches.

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