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Masuguru, Tanzania

Mtwara · Tanzania

Masuguru is a small city in Mtwara, Tanzania with a population of 7,946. Elevation: 564 ft (172 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,946 Population 4/sq mi density
564 ft Elevation 172 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
38.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Masuguru

Masuguru is an administrative ward in Tanga District of Tanga Region in Tanzania. The ward is part of the Muheza urban area. Tanganyika and Mbaramo form the northern and southern borders of the ward. East of this location is Majengo. Kwemkabala ward encircles the ward to the south and west. The ward covers an area of 0.3 km2 (0.12 sq mi), and has an average elevation of 200 m (660 ft). According to the 2012 census, the ward has a total population of 3,824.

People

Population7,946
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Population7,946
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Coordinates-11.3667°, 38.4167°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceMtwara
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation38.9 inches (989 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Masuguru

Masuguru is a small city in Tanzania (Mtwara) with a population of 7,946. The city sits at an elevation of 564 feet (172 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Masuguru has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 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 38.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 564 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above Tanzania avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Area1,991.1 sq mi (5,157.1 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-11.3667°N, 38.4167°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.9"
2% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 8.70"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Apr 30, 2019.

Apr 30, 2019 17 km ENE of Nachingwea, Tanzania M4.3 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Chido Category 3 260 km
2019 Kenneth Category 4 174 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 8.7 in Wettest
February 82°F (28°C) 7.6 in
March 80°F (27°C) 8.3 in
April 80°F (26°C) 4.1 in
May 78°F (26°C) 0.7 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in Coldest
July 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
August 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
October 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in
November 84°F (29°C) 2.1 in Warmest
December 83°F (28°C) 6.6 in

Masuguru has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 75°F in June to 84°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 38.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.7") and August the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Masuguru

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mlambaswala Primary School - - - -
Masuguru Primary School - - - -
Lukula Primary School - - - -
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Clinics in Masuguru

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

lukwika disp

Airports Near Masuguru

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Masasi AirportXMISmall Airport
Mtemaupinde 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 Masuguru

What is the population of Masuguru?

Masuguru has a population of 7,946 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,991.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Masuguru?

Masuguru has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.9 inches.

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