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Mhalamba, Tanzania

Geita · Tanzania

Mhalamba is a small city in Geita, Tanzania with a population of 25,000. Elevation: 3,773 ft (1,150 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

25,000 Population 9/sq mi density
3,773 ft Elevation 1,150 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
41.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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People

Population25,000
Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation3,773 ft (1,150 m)
Population25,000
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation3,773 ft (1,150 m)
Coordinates-2.5812°, 32.0099°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceGeita
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation41.3 inches (1,049 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mhalamba

Mhalamba is a small city in Tanzania (Geita) with a population of 25,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,773 feet (1,150 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Mhalamba

Mhalamba has an average annual temperature of 23.6°C (74°F). The hottest month is Sep (24.9°C), the coldest is Jul (22.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1260 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.7°C / 75°F 19.7° / 28° 127.6
Feb 24°C / 75°F 19.7° / 28.7° 126.6
Mar 24°C / 75°F 19.8° / 29.1° 135.8
Apr 23.2°C / 74°F 19.4° / 27.7° 179.7
May 23.1°C / 74°F 18° / 28.1° 58.2
Jun 22.5°C / 73°F 16.1° / 28.4° 8.6
Jul 22.4°C / 72°F 15.3° / 28.7° 5.0
Aug 24°C / 75°F 16.6° / 30.4° 46.8
Sep 24.9°C / 77°F 18.9° / 31° 74.2
Oct 24.4°C / 76°F 19.6° / 30.5° 128.0
Nov 23.4°C / 74°F 20° / 28.4° 224.0
Dec 23.3°C / 74°F 20° / 27.1° 145.9
Mhalamba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 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 41.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,773 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average72.0°F
33% above Tanzania avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,773 ft (1,150 m)
Area2,651.4 sq mi (6,867.0 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates-2.5812°N, 32.0099°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.3"
9% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.81"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 31, 2021.

Aug 31, 2021 33 km NNE of Masumbwe, Tanzania M4.8 93 km
Mar 24, 2018 32 km NE of Masumbwe, Tanzania M4.7 103 km
Apr 24, 2020 31 km NNE of Masumbwe, Tanzania M4.4 97 km
May 25, 2017 22 km WSW of Misasi, Tanzania M4.4 110 km
Dec 19, 2013 64 km E of Bukoba, Tanzania M4.3 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in
February 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 5.1 in
April 72°F (22°C) 6.8 in Wettest
May 72°F (22°C) 3.3 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in
September 73°F (23°C) 2.0 in Warmest
October 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in
November 72°F (22°C) 6.1 in
December 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in

Mhalamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 71°F in July to 73°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.8") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Mhalamba

32 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lukaya Primary School - - - -
NKOME SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Bugonde Primary School - - - -
Buligi Primary School - - - -
Chanika Primary School - - - -
Chelameno Primary School - - - -
Ihumilo Primary School - - - -
Ikigijo Primary School - - - -
Itale Primary School - - - -
Kabayole Primary School - - - -
Kakubilo Primary School - - - -
Kaseni Primary School - - - -
Katoma Primary School - - - -
Kawawa Primary School - - - -
Lubondo Primary School - - - -
Luhara Primary School - - - -
Ummy Mwalimu Primary School - - - -
Lwenazi Primary School - - - -
Makatani Primary School - - - -
Makurugusi Primary School - - - -
Mharamba Primary School - - - -
Mnyala Primary School - - - -
Mwaloni Primary School - - - -
Njingami Primary School - - - -
Nkome Primary School - - - -
Nyabalasana Primary School - - - -
Nyakazeze Primary School - - - -
Nyamalele Primary School - - - -
Nyambaya Primary School - - - -
Nyambonge Primary School - - - -
Senga Primary School - - - -
Songambele Primary School - - - -
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Clinics in Mhalamba

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kakubilo Dispensary
Mharamba Dispensary
Nkome Dispensary

Airports Near Mhalamba

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Biharamulo Airport-Small Airport
Buckreef Airport-Small Airport
Bulyanhulu Airport-Small Airport
Chato/Geita AirportGTCSmall Airport
Mawemeru Airport-Small Airport
Mchauru AirportGITSmall Airport
Rubondo Airport-Small Airport
Tulawaka Gold Mine Airstrip-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 Mhalamba

What is the population of Mhalamba?

Mhalamba has a population of 25,000 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 2,651.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mhalamba?

Mhalamba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches.

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