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Maposeni, Tanzania

Ruvuma · Tanzania

Maposeni is a small city in Ruvuma, Tanzania with a population of 19,472. Elevation: 3,209 ft (978 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

19,472 Population 301/sq mi density
3,209 ft Elevation 978 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 21°C
46.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Maposeni

Maposeni ist ein Verwaltungsbezirk (Ward) des Distrikts Songea in der tansanischen Region Ruvuma.

People

Population19,472
Density301/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation3,209 ft (978 m)
Population19,472
Population Density301 / sq mi
Elevation3,209 ft (978 m)
Coordinates-10.5833°, 35.4000°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceRuvuma
Average Temperature71°F (21°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation46.7 inches (1,186 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Maposeni

Maposeni is a small city in Tanzania (Ruvuma) with a population of 19,472. The city sits at an elevation of 3,209 feet (978 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Maposeni

Maposeni 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 1105 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 280.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 223.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 230.5
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 102.5
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 11.2
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 1.1
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.3
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 1.1
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 5.6
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 10.4
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 53.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 185.1
Maposeni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,209 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average70.5°F
31% above Tanzania avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,209 ft (978 m)
Area64.8 sq mi (167.7 km²)
Population Density301/sq mi
Coordinates-10.5833°N, 35.4000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.7"
23% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 10.20"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.5 on May 4, 2024.

May 21, 2003 30 km ESE of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 146 km
May 17, 1992 33 km E of Karonga, Malawi M4.8 145 km
Mar 14, 2004 18 km WNW of Manda, Tanzania M4.8 108 km
Aug 21, 2004 22 km SW of Manda, Tanzania M4.7 107 km
Sep 7, 2016 18 km NNE of Nkhata Bay, Malawi M4.6 149 km
Sep 1, 1999 37 km SE of Karonga, Malawi M4.5 142 km
Jun 27, 2012 25 km NE of Nkhata Bay, Malawi M4.5 141 km
Aug 10, 2009 24 km WSW of Manda, Tanzania M4.5 112 km
May 4, 2024 12 km NNE of Livingstonia, Malawi M4.5 137 km
Jan 14, 2022 32 km WSW of Mlangali, Tanzania M4.4 148 km
Dec 13, 1992 24 km SW of Mlangali, Tanzania M4.4 138 km
Mar 8, 2011 29 km NNE of Nkhata Bay, Malawi M4.3 139 km
Mar 19, 2010 25 km WSW of Liuli, Tanzania M4.3 126 km
Sep 14, 2017 17 km ENE of Livingstonia, Malawi M4.2 125 km
Sep 4, 2017 7 km NW of Tingi, Tanzania M4.2 88 km
Mar 24, 2009 35 km E of Nkhata Bay, Malawi M4.1 146 km
Jul 22, 2022 20 km S of Mbamba Bay, Tanzania M4.1 120 km
Jun 3, 1996 27 km WSW of Mbamba Bay, Tanzania M4.0 131 km
Aug 3, 2006 16 km S of Liuli, Tanzania M4.0 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 9.8 in
February 74°F (23°C) 8.7 in
March 73°F (23°C) 10.2 in Wettest
April 71°F (22°C) 5.7 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
October 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
November 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in Warmest
December 74°F (23°C) 7.6 in

Maposeni has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 64°F in July to 75°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (10.2") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Maposeni

21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Maposeni Primary School - - - -
NALIMA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Zomba Primary School - - - -
Amkatwende Primary School - - - -
Kiburungi Primary School - - - -
Kilimani Primary School - - - -
Litisha Primary School - - - -
Litowa Primary School - - - -
Lundusi Primary School - - - -
Magima Primary School - - - -
Mapinduzi Primary School - - - -
Zomba Primary School - - - -
Mgowa Primary School - - - -
Mnyonga Primary School - - - -
Morogoro Primary School - - - -
Mshikamano Primary School - - - -
Nakahuga Primary School - - - -
Namakinga Primary School - - - -
Ndirima Primary School - - - -
Parangu Primary School - - - -
Peramiho Primary School - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Maposeni

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Songea Main Market

Stadiums & Teams in Maposeni

TeamLeagueDivision
Maji-Maji Stadium
zimamoto stadium

Airports Near Maposeni

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Liuli Airport-Small Airport
Mbamba Bay Airport-Small Airport
Mbinga Airport-Small Airport
Songea AirportSGXSmall Airport

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Meteorites
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Area
167.7 km² (64.7 mi²)

🇹🇿 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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maposeni

What is the population of Maposeni?

Maposeni has a population of 19,472 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 301 people per square mile, spread across 64.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Maposeni?

Maposeni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.7 inches.

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