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Makungu, Tanzania
Iringa · Tanzania
Makungu is a small city in Iringa, Tanzania with a population of 10,291. Elevation: 4,104 ft (1,251 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 10,291 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,104 ft (1,251 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.7333°, 35.2833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Iringa |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.1 inches (1,374 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Makungu
Makungu is a small city in Tanzania (Iringa) with a population of 10,291. The city sits at an elevation of 4,104 feet (1,251 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Makungu
Makungu has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F). The hottest month is Nov (20.5°C), the coldest is Jul (14.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2547 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.2°F |
| 24% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 238 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,104 ft (1,251 m) |
| Area | 3,759.2 sq mi (9,736.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.7333°N, 35.2833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kyejo (173 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kyejo | Stratovolcano | 2,176 m (7,139 ft) | 1800 | 173 km |
| Rungwe | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 1250 | 183 km |
| Ngozi | Caldera | 2,614 m (8,576 ft) | 1450 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 8.2 in | |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 7.4 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 10.6 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 11.0 in | Wettest |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 7.8 in | Warmest |
Makungu has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 62°F in July to 72°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 54.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (11.0") and August the driest (0.4").
Schools in Makungu
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lugala Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Makungu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mgololo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Magunguli Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mabaoni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lugolofu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lugema Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiyowela Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kitasengwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| MAKUNGU SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
Clinics in Makungu
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Makungu
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Makungu
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Makungu
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bushman Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ifunda Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kibidula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kihansi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mafinga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mufindi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ng'Wazi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Njombe Airport | JOM | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Makungu?
Makungu has a population of 10,291 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 3,759.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Makungu?
Makungu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.1 inches.