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Misasi, Tanzania

Mwanza · Tanzania

Misasi is a small city in Mwanza, Tanzania with a population of 14,170. Elevation: 3,776 ft (1,151 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

14,170 Population 12/sq mi density
3,776 ft Elevation 1,151 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
34.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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People

Population14,170
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain34.2 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation3,776 ft (1,151 m)
Population14,170
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation3,776 ft (1,151 m)
Coordinates-3.0000°, 33.0833°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceMwanza
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation34.2 inches (869 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Misasi

Misasi is a small city in Tanzania (Mwanza) with a population of 14,170. The city sits at an elevation of 3,776 feet (1,151 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Misasi

Misasi has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F). The hottest month is Sep (25.4°C), the coldest is Jan (21.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1571 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.9°C / 71°F 16.1° / 29° 173.7
Feb 22.5°C / 72°F 16.4° / 30° 100.1
Mar 22.6°C / 73°F 16.2° / 31° 164.9
Apr 22.1°C / 72°F 16.1° / 29.1° 189.5
May 22°C / 72°F 14.8° / 29.9° 58.7
Jun 22.1°C / 72°F 13.4° / 31.2° 4.8
Jul 22.9°C / 73°F 13.2° / 32.2° 2.3
Aug 24.6°C / 76°F 15° / 34° 28.7
Sep 25.4°C / 78°F 16.2° / 34.4° 81.3
Oct 24.9°C / 77°F 16.5° / 34.6° 134.2
Nov 23.2°C / 74°F 16.5° / 32.9° 357.7
Dec 22.1°C / 72°F 16.3° / 28.5° 275.5
Misasi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 274 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 34.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,776 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average73.5°F
36% above Tanzania avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,776 ft (1,151 m)
Area1,148.3 sq mi (2,974.0 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates-3.0000°N, 33.0833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.2"
10% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 5.59"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 31, 2021.

May 18, 2002 25 km ENE of Malya, Tanzania M5.5 73 km
May 29, 2002 17 km NE of Nyalikungu, Tanzania M4.9 91 km
Aug 31, 2021 33 km NNE of Masumbwe, Tanzania M4.8 95 km
Mar 24, 2018 32 km NE of Masumbwe, Tanzania M4.7 90 km
Apr 24, 2020 31 km NNE of Masumbwe, Tanzania M4.4 94 km
May 25, 2017 22 km WSW of Misasi, Tanzania M4.4 22 km
Jul 31, 2002 21 km N of Igurubi, Tanzania M4.2 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in
February 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in
March 74°F (23°C) 4.9 in
April 73°F (23°C) 5.6 in Wettest
May 73°F (23°C) 2.4 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
September 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in
October 76°F (25°C) 2.0 in Warmest
November 74°F (24°C) 5.2 in
December 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in

Misasi has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 71°F in July to 76°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 34.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Misasi

29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Manawa Primary School - - - -
Buhingo Secondary School - - - -
Ikoma Primary School - - - -
Ikoma Primary School - - - -
Ikoma Primary School - - - -
Mtakuja Primary School - - - -
Buhingo Primary School - - - -
Ikoma Primary School - - - -
Inonelwa Primary School - - - -
Isakamawe Primary School - - - -
Isuka Primary School - - - -
Kabale Primary School - - - -
Kasololo Primary School - - - -
Kijima Primary School - - - -
Mabuki Primary School - - - -
Mwanangwa Primary School - - - -
Misasi Primary School - - - -
Mlimani Primary School - - - -
Mwamhuli Primary School - - - -
mwanangwa Primary School - - - -
Mwasagela Primary School - - - -
Nduha Primary School - - - -
Ng'wankali Primary School - - - -
Nkanziga Primary School - - - -
Nyamijudu Primary School - - - -
Pambani Primary School - - - -
Salawi Primary School - - - -
Seeke Primary School - - - -
Willi Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Misasi

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Heaven Radio gospel MP3

Farmers Markets in Misasi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
JS Bundi Rice mill
Open Market-Monday

Clinics in Misasi

6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kijima
Kijima Dispensary
Misasi
Misasi hospital
Mwanangwa Dispensary
Nyamijundu Dispensary

Airports Near Misasi

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mwanza International AirportMWZLarge Airport
Alliance Airstrip-Small Airport
Bulyanhulu Airport-Small Airport
Maswa Airstrip-Small Airport
Mwadui AirportMWNSmall Airport
Shinyanga AirportSHYSmall 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 Misasi

What is the population of Misasi?

Misasi has a population of 14,170 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 1,148.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Misasi?

Misasi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.2 inches.

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