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Mbulu, Tanzania

Manyara · Tanzania

Mbulu is a mid-size city in Manyara, Tanzania with a population of 45,384. Elevation: 5,955 ft (1,815 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

45,384 Population 111/sq mi density
5,955 ft Elevation 1,815 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
37.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Mbulu

Mbulu

Mbulu is a town in Tanzania and the capital of the Mbulu District. The town is inhabited by the Iraqw people. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Mbulu is also in Mbulu.

People

Population45,384
Density111/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation5,955 ft (1,815 m)
Population45,384
Population Density111 / sq mi
Elevation5,955 ft (1,815 m)
Coordinates-3.8500°, 35.5333°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceManyara
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation37.7 inches (958 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mbulu

Mbulu is a mid-size city in Tanzania (Manyara) with a population of 45,384. The city sits at an elevation of 5,955 feet (1,815 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Mbulu

Mbulu has an average annual temperature of 19.8°C (68°F). The hottest month is Nov (21.5°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1008 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20°C / 68°F 13.8° / 28.1° 133.2
Feb 20.3°C / 69°F 13.9° / 28° 122.9
Mar 20.7°C / 69°F 14.1° / 29° 107.3
Apr 20°C / 68°F 14° / 27.8° 121.3
May 19°C / 66°F 12.5° / 26.8° 46.8
Jun 18°C / 64°F 10.5° / 26.3° 12.9
Jul 17.7°C / 64°F 8.8° / 27° 16.6
Aug 18.6°C / 65°F 10.4° / 28.8° 48.7
Sep 20.3°C / 68°F 12.2° / 30.2° 10.9
Oct 21.4°C / 71°F 13.1° / 31.4° 33.3
Nov 21.5°C / 71°F 14.6° / 30.8° 201.7
Dec 20.6°C / 69°F 14.8° / 28.5° 153.1
Mbulu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 268 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 37.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,955 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

65°F Jan (19°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above Tanzania avg
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,955 ft (1,815 m)
Area410.4 sq mi (1,062.9 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates-3.8500°N, 35.5333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.7"
1% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 8.86"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

140 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M5.0 on Aug 8, 2025.

May 15, 1990 30 km N of Mto wa Mbu, Tanzania M5.5 95 km
May 15, 1990 14 km NE of Kiratu, Tanzania M5.4 73 km
Jul 15, 2007 56 km NW of Monduli, Tanzania M5.4 128 km
Apr 11, 1993 11 km E of Mbulu, Tanzania M5.3 12 km
Jul 15, 2007 46 km NNW of Monduli, Tanzania M5.3 129 km
Jul 17, 2007 56 km W of Longido, Tanzania M5.3 139 km
Aug 18, 2007 55 km W of Longido, Tanzania M5.2 136 km
Jul 26, 2007 76 km W of Longido, Tanzania M5.2 141 km
Feb 22, 1991 6 km NE of Magugu, Tanzania M5.2 34 km
Jul 18, 2007 67 km W of Longido, Tanzania M5.2 135 km
Jul 23, 1993 19 km SE of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.1 137 km
Apr 8, 2010 23 km NNE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 53 km
Feb 3, 2009 58 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 76 km
Apr 5, 1990 46 km N of Mto wa Mbu, Tanzania M5.1 110 km
Feb 16, 2009 53 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 77 km
Aug 8, 2025 24 km E of Mungaa, Tanzania M5.0 137 km
Jul 9, 2025 18 km SSE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 88 km
Jul 16, 2007 79 km W of Longido, Tanzania M4.9 145 km
Jul 18, 2007 78 km W of Longido, Tanzania M4.9 145 km
Apr 15, 2011 3 km SSW of Babati, Tanzania M4.9 50 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lengai, Ol Doinyo (128 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Lengai, Ol Doinyo Stratovolcano 2,962 m (9,718 ft) 2020 128 km
Meru Stratovolcano 4,565 m (14,977 ft) 1910 151 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (19°C) 4.2 in
February 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in
March 66°F (19°C) 6.6 in
April 66°F (19°C) 8.9 in Warmest, Wettest
May 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in
June 60°F (16°C) 0.7 in
July 58°F (14°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in
October 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.6 in
December 66°F (19°C) 5.0 in

Mbulu has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 58°F in July to 66°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.9") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Mbulu

45 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bambe Primary School
Guneneda Primary School
Gidamba Primary School
Gehandu Primary School
Gedamar Primary School
Endere Primary School
Endagikot Primary School
Daudi Primary School
Datlaa Primary School
Bargish Uwa Primary School
Bargish antsi Primary School
Banee Primary School
Gunyoda Primary School
Ayamohe Primary School
Ayamaami Primary School
Ayaingi Primary School
Ayagenda Primary School
Anslay Primary School
Amaqaway Primary School
Tsaayo Primary School
KAINAM SECONDARY SCHOOL
Sarwatt Secondary School
Imboru Secondary School
Moringa Primary School
Waama Primary School
Tsaayo Primary School
Tlawi Primary School
Titiwi Primary School
Silaloda Primary School
Sanubaray Primary School
Saigilo Primary School
Qatesh Primary School
Qalieda Primary School
Njaranjar Primary School
Sanu Technical Secondary School
Laghandamur Primary School
Laban Primary School
Khaday Primary School
Kainam Primary School
Issale Primary School
Imboru Primary School
Hayloto Primary School
Harka Primary School
Gwaami Primary School
Guwag'w Primary School
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Clinics in Mbulu

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gunyoda Dispensary
Kainam

Bus Stations in Mbulu

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TZ #2026657833

Gas Stations in Mbulu

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TZ #2021603159
TZ #2024561986
TZ #657616938

Airports Near Mbulu

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lake Manyara AirportLKYMedium Airport
Endanyawish AirportSmall Airport
Endulen AirportSmall Airport
Haidom AirportSmall Airport
Harbanget AirportSmall Airport
Kuro AirportSmall Airport
Makau AirportSmall Airport
Ngorongoro AirportSmall Airport
Tarangire 2 AirportSmall Airport
Yaeda AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mbulu

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ampa
Antsi
Bambe
Banee
Dioecesis Mbuluensis
Endagikot
Gahabya
Hareabi
Iraqw Language and Culture Trust TB
Titiwi
Tlooma
Waama
Waama Kule

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Founded
1907

🇹🇿 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 Mbulu

What is the population of Mbulu?

Mbulu has a population of 45,384 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 111 people per square mile, spread across 410.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mbulu?

Mbulu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.7 inches.

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