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Makuyuni, Tanzania

Arusha · Tanzania

Makuyuni is a small city in Arusha, Tanzania with a population of 20,000. Elevation: 3,510 ft (1,070 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

20,000 Population 6/sq mi density
3,510 ft Elevation 1,070 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
24.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Makuyuni

Makuyuni is an administrative ward in the Monduli district of the Arusha Region of Tanzania. In 2016 the Tanzania National Bureau of Statistics report there were 12,529 people in the ward, from 11,228 in 2012.

People

Population20,000
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain24.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation3,510 ft (1,070 m)
Population20,000
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation3,510 ft (1,070 m)
Coordinates-3.5500°, 36.1000°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceArusha
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation24.6 inches (625 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Makuyuni

Makuyuni is a small city in Tanzania (Arusha) with a population of 20,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,510 feet (1,070 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 24.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Makuyuni

Makuyuni has an average annual temperature of 21.7°C (71°F). The hottest month is Oct (23.2°C), the coldest is Jun (19.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1112 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.8°C / 71°F 15° / 30° 138.0
Feb 22.6°C / 73°F 15.4° / 31° 109.1
Mar 23°C / 73°F 15.8° / 32° 116.6
Apr 21.8°C / 71°F 15.4° / 30.3° 132.6
May 20.6°C / 69°F 13.9° / 29° 49.2
Jun 19.6°C / 67°F 12° / 28.6° 15.7
Jul 19.7°C / 67°F 10.6° / 29.6° 20.6
Aug 20.5°C / 69°F 12° / 31.1° 51.9
Sep 22°C / 72°F 13.6° / 32.1° 11.9
Oct 23.2°C / 74°F 14.6° / 33.5° 45.4
Nov 22.9°C / 73°F 16° / 32.5° 239.0
Dec 22°C / 72°F 15.8° / 30.1° 182.7
Makuyuni 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 291 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 24.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,510 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average71.2°F
32% above Tanzania avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,510 ft (1,070 m)
Area3,583.4 sq mi (9,281.0 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-3.5500°N, 36.1000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.6"
35% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.10"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

128 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 30, 2025.

Jul 17, 2007 37 km W of Longido, Tanzania M5.9 95 km
May 15, 1990 30 km N of Mto wa Mbu, Tanzania M5.5 58 km
Jul 15, 2007 56 km NW of Monduli, Tanzania M5.4 75 km
Aug 20, 2007 45 km W of Longido, Tanzania M5.4 96 km
May 15, 1990 14 km NE of Kiratu, Tanzania M5.4 54 km
Apr 11, 1993 11 km E of Mbulu, Tanzania M5.3 61 km
Jul 15, 2007 46 km NNW of Monduli, Tanzania M5.3 70 km
Jul 17, 2007 56 km W of Longido, Tanzania M5.3 86 km
Aug 18, 2007 55 km W of Longido, Tanzania M5.2 82 km
Jul 26, 2007 76 km W of Longido, Tanzania M5.2 98 km
Jul 18, 2007 67 km W of Longido, Tanzania M5.2 86 km
Feb 22, 1991 6 km NE of Magugu, Tanzania M5.2 57 km
Apr 5, 1990 46 km N of Mto wa Mbu, Tanzania M5.1 73 km
Feb 3, 2009 58 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 144 km
Apr 8, 2010 23 km NNE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 123 km
Feb 16, 2009 53 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 146 km
Jul 16, 2007 79 km W of Longido, Tanzania M4.9 103 km
Jul 26, 1990 44 km N of Mto wa Mbu, Tanzania M4.9 72 km
Jul 18, 2007 78 km W of Longido, Tanzania M4.9 102 km
Apr 15, 2011 3 km SSW of Babati, Tanzania M4.9 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Meru (80 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Meru Stratovolcano 4,565 m (14,977 ft) 1910 80 km
Lengai, Ol Doinyo Stratovolcano 2,962 m (9,718 ft) 2020 90 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.5 in
February 74°F (23°C) 2.7 in
March 74°F (23°C) 4.2 in Warmest
April 73°F (23°C) 6.1 in Wettest
May 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
July 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
October 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
November 73°F (23°C) 2.4 in
December 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in

Makuyuni has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 66°F in July to 74°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.1") and August the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Makuyuni

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Orkisima Primary School
Naitolia Primary School
Naiti Primary School
Manyara Ranch Primary School
Makuyuni Primary School
Lemiyon Primary School
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Museums in Makuyuni

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maasai village

Farmers Markets in Makuyuni

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Masai Central Market

Hotels in Makuyuni

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Elephant Safari Lodge
Kirurumu Tarangire Lodge
Tanzanite 2

Clinics in Makuyuni

6 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Manyara Dispensary
Mbuyuni Dispensary
Mswakini Dispensary
Mswakini juu Dispensary
Naiti Dispensary
Naitolia Dispensary

Bus Stations in Makuyuni

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bus stand

Gas Stations in Makuyuni

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Copec Makuyuni
Total
TZ #2519419214

Airports Near Makuyuni

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Arusha AirportARKMedium Airport
Lake Manyara AirportLKYMedium Airport
Harbanget AirportSmall Airport
Kitumbeine AirportSmall Airport
Kuro AirportSmall Airport
Ngorongoro AirportSmall Airport
Oltipesi AirportSmall Airport
Tarangire 2 AirportSmall Airport

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 Makuyuni

What is the population of Makuyuni?

Makuyuni has a population of 20,000 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 3,583.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Makuyuni?

Makuyuni 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 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.6 inches.

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