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Manda, Tanzania

Njombe · Tanzania

Manda is a small city in Njombe, Tanzania with a population of 8,393. Elevation: 1,562 ft (476 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,393 Population 5/sq mi density
1,562 ft Elevation 476 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
44.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Manda

Manda is an administrative ward in Ludewa District in the Njombe Region of Tanzania. In 2016 the Tanzania National Bureau of Statistics report there were 4,443 people in the ward, from 4,304 in 2012.

People

Population8,393
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation1,562 ft (476 m)
Population8,393
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation1,562 ft (476 m)
Coordinates-10.4667°, 34.5833°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceNjombe
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation44.1 inches (1,121 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Manda

Manda is a small city in Tanzania (Njombe) with a population of 8,393. The city sits at an elevation of 1,562 feet (476 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Manda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,562 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above Tanzania avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,562 ft (476 m)
Area1,803.1 sq mi (4,669.9 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-10.4667°N, 34.5833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.1"
16% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 9.92"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

55 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.5 on May 4, 2024.

Dec 19, 2009 23 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M6.0 93 km
Dec 8, 2009 6 km WSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.9 96 km
Dec 6, 2009 22 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.8 87 km
Dec 12, 2009 2 km WSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.5 94 km
Dec 6, 2009 26 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.3 75 km
Aug 31, 2002 22 km WNW of Mlangali, Tanzania M5.2 86 km
Dec 6, 2009 12 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M5.2 93 km
Dec 6, 2009 21 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.1 82 km
Dec 6, 2009 19 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.1 80 km
Dec 7, 2009 22 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 83 km
May 21, 2003 30 km ESE of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 65 km
Dec 7, 2009 Malawi M5.0 91 km
Dec 7, 2009 12 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 96 km
Dec 11, 2009 18 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M4.9 90 km
May 17, 1992 12 km NE of Karonga, Malawi M4.9 91 km
Mar 14, 2004 18 km WNW of Manda, Tanzania M4.8 19 km
May 17, 1992 33 km E of Karonga, Malawi M4.8 68 km
Dec 6, 2009 10 km SSE of Karonga, Malawi M4.8 83 km
Aug 21, 2004 22 km SW of Manda, Tanzania M4.7 22 km
Dec 11, 2009 11 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M4.6 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kyejo (163 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kyejo Stratovolcano 2,176 m (7,139 ft) 1800 163 km
Rungwe Stratovolcano 2,953 m (9,688 ft) 1250 179 km
Ngozi Caldera 2,614 m (8,576 ft) 1450 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 9.1 in
February 77°F (25°C) 8.0 in
March 77°F (25°C) 9.9 in Wettest
April 75°F (24°C) 5.1 in
May 72°F (22°C) 1.0 in
June 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
September 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
October 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
November 79°F (26°C) 2.5 in Warmest
December 78°F (25°C) 7.8 in

Manda has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 68°F in July to 79°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.9") and September the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Manda

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ruhuhu Primary School - - - -
Njomole Primary School - - - -
Lituhi Primary School - - - -
Litimba Primary School - - - -
Sagalu Primary School - - - -
Ngelenge Primary School - - - -
Mbongo Primary School - - - -
Manda Primary School - - - -
Lutala Primary School - - - -
Kisaula Primary School - - - -
Kipingu Primary School - - - -
Kingole Primary School - - - -
Iwela Primary School - - - -
Ilela Primary School - - - -
Igalu Primary School - - - -
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Airports Near Manda

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karonga AirportKGJMedium Airport
Chilumba Private Airport-Small Airport
Liuli Airport-Small Airport
Mbinga Airport-Small 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 Manda

What is the population of Manda?

Manda has a population of 8,393 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,803.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Manda?

Manda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.1 inches.

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