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Mbamba Bay, Tanzania
Ruvuma · Tanzania
Mbamba Bay is a small city in Ruvuma, Tanzania with a population of 8,997. Elevation: 1,562 ft (476 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
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About Mbamba Bay
Mbamba Bay is a town in western Tanzania, lying on the eastern shore of Lake Malawi/Lake Nyasa.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,997 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,562 ft (476 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.2833°, 34.7667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Ruvuma |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.9 inches (1,368 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mbamba Bay
Mbamba Bay is a small city in Tanzania (Ruvuma) with a population of 8,997. The city sits at an elevation of 1,562 feet (476 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.5°F |
| 36% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 238 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,562 ft (476 m) |
| Area | 3,003.4 sq mi (7,778.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.2833°N, 34.7667°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 10.0 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 9.0 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 10.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 9.2 in |
Mbamba Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 68°F in July to 78°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 53.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (10.4") and September the driest (0.2").
Schools in Mbamba Bay
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zambia Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tembwe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ngindo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ndesule Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ndengele Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nangombo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mbuyula Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mbamba bay Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lovund Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Linda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Likwilu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kilosa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chinula Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Mbamba Bay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| kilosa market |
Hotels in Mbamba Bay
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mbamba Bay
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mbamba Bay
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mbamba Bay
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mbamba Bay
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mbamba Bay
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chintheche Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Liuli Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mbamba Bay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mbinga Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mbamba Bay
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ebenezer - Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Mbamba Bay?
Mbamba Bay has a population of 8,997 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 3,003.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mbamba Bay?
Mbamba Bay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches.