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Misungwi, Tanzania
Mwanza · Tanzania
Misungwi is a mid-size city in Mwanza, Tanzania with a population of 35,530. Elevation: 3,865 ft (1,178 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Misungwi
Misungwi or Missungwi or Isungwi is a ward in Misungwi District, Mwanza Region, Tanzania. It is the biggest town on the trunk road from Mwanza to Shinyanga. In 2016 the Tanzania National Bureau of Statistics report there were 34,612 people in the ward, from 30,728 in 2012.
People
Climate
| Population | 35,530 |
| Population Density | 31 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,865 ft (1,178 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.8500°, 33.0833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Mwanza |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.4 inches (898 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Misungwi
Misungwi is a mid-size city in Tanzania (Mwanza) with a population of 35,530. The city sits at an elevation of 3,865 feet (1,178 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Misungwi
Misungwi 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.7°F |
| 36% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 272 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,865 ft (1,178 m) |
| Area | 1,148.3 sq mi (2,974.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.8500°N, 33.0833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 5.5 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 4.9 in |
Misungwi has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 72°F in July to 76°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Misungwi
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chou cha mifugo na kilimo mabuki | College | - | , |
Schools in Misungwi
24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mwajombo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mawematatu Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Missungwi Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Busolwa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Igokelo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Iteja Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lubuga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mapilinga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Masawe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbela Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Misungwi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mitindo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Misungwi English Medium Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwalwigi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwamanga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nange Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ndinga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ng'ombe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ng'wakyenze Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ng'wambola Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nguge Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyangaka Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ukiriguru Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wanzamiso Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Misungwi
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heaven Radio | gospel | MP3 |
Farmers Markets in Misungwi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buhongwa Market Place | |||||
| JS Bundi Rice mill | |||||
| Open Market-Monday |
Hotels in Misungwi
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Misungwi
8 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Misungwi
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Misungwi
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Misungwi
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Misungwi
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mwanza International Airport | MWZ | Large Airport |
| Alliance Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bulyanhulu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maswa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mwadui Airport | MWN | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Misungwi
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| RC church Misungwi |
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What is the population of Misungwi?
Misungwi has a population of 35,530 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 1,148.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Misungwi?
Misungwi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.4 inches.