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Maswa, Tanzania
Simiyu · Tanzania
Maswa is a small city in Simiyu, Tanzania with a population of 22,025. Elevation: 4,298 ft (1,310 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
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About Maswa
Maswa is a town in Simiyu Region of Tanzania. It is the administrative seat of Maswa District. And the Original Inhabited people are Sukama (Nyantuzu).
People
Climate
| Population | 22,025 |
| Population Density | 51 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,298 ft (1,310 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.6833°, 33.9833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Simiyu |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.5 inches (825 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maswa
Maswa is a small city in Tanzania (Simiyu) with a population of 22,025. The city sits at an elevation of 4,298 feet (1,310 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Maswa
Maswa has an average annual temperature of 23.6°C (74°F). The hottest month is Oct (25.3°C), the coldest is Jan (22.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1284 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.3°F |
| 34% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,298 ft (1,310 m) |
| Area | 434.8 sq mi (1,126.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 51/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.6833°N, 33.9833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 5.5 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 4.4 in |
Maswa has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 70°F in July to 75°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Maswa
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sesele Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Old Maswa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyaumata Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nkuli Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ng'wang'wali A Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mhango Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mbiti Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Guduwi Mlimani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Guduwi A Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ditima Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| GUDUWI SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| OLD MASWA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Maswa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Soko la inalo |
Clinics in Maswa
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Maswa
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Maswa
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alliance Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Buturi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Ikoma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kirawira B Aerodrome | GTZ | Small Airport |
| Mamarehe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maswa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mbono 2 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sasakwa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Maswa
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CLINIC YA MACHO | ||
| Ward 4 men |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maswa
What is the population of Maswa?
Maswa has a population of 22,025 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 434.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maswa?
Maswa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.5 inches.