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Mkokotoni, Tanzania
Zanzibar North · Tanzania
Mkokotoni is a small town in Zanzibar North, Tanzania with a population of 2,572. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mkokotoni
Mkokotoni is a city located on the Tanzanian island of Unguja (Zanzibar). The city serves as the capital of the Zanzibar North region. It is 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) west of the village of Kibaoni.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,572 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.8751°, 39.2552° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Zanzibar North |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.3 inches (1,633 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mkokotoni
Mkokotoni is a small town in Tanzania (Zanzibar North) with a population of 2,572. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.2°F |
| 47% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 128.9 sq mi (333.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.8751°N, 39.2552°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 6.7 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 15.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 12.8 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 2.7 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 6.1 in |
Mkokotoni has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in August to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 66.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (15.6") and September the driest (2.3").
Schools in Mkokotoni
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potoa Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwanda Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Muanda Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pangatupu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pale Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Makoba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kiyongwe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Skuli ya Maandalizi Potoa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Skuli ya MaandaliziTumbatu B Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Skuli ya MaandaliziTumbatu A Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Skuli ya MaandaliziPotoa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Skuli ya MaandaliziMtowapwani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Skuli ya MaandaliziMkokotoni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Skuli ya MaandaliziKipange Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Skuli ya MaandaliziJongowe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Skuli ya Maandalizi Kivunge Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Mkokotoni
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coral Cave and Slave Chambers | ||||
| Kibweni Palace Museum | ||||
| mnarani turtles conservation ponds |
Gas Stations in Mkokotoni
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mkokotoni
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abeid Amani Karume International Airport | ZNZ | Large Airport |
| Pemba Airport | PMA | Medium Airport |
| Kwajoni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mashado Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matipwili Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mkwaja Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saadani Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sanzale Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mkokotoni
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| almadrasat dhuriat l islamia | |
| Almadrasat ikhiwan l kadria |
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What is the population of Mkokotoni?
Mkokotoni has a population of 2,572 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 128.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mkokotoni?
Mkokotoni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 64.3 inches.