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Mkuranga, Tanzania
Pwani · Tanzania
Mkuranga is a small city in Pwani, Tanzania with a population of 28,037. Elevation: 410 ft (125 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Mkuranga
Mkuranga District Council is one of eight administrative districts of Pwani Region in Tanzania. The District covers an area of 2,827 km2 (1,092 sq mi). It is bordered to the north by Dar es Salaam's Kigamboni, Temeke and Ilala Districts. To the east by the Mafia Channel, to the south by Kibiti District, and to the west by Kisarawe District. The district is comparable in size to the land area of Samoa. The town of Mkuranga serves as its administrative capital. The district is home to the Vikindu Forest Reserve, one of last remaining East African coastal forests. In 2016 the Tanzania National Bureau of Statistics report the population of Mkuranga District were 243,062 people in the district, from 222,921 in 2012.
People
Climate
| Population | 28,037 |
| Population Density | 24 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 410 ft (125 m) |
| Coordinates | -7.1180°, 39.2078° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Pwani |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.8 inches (1,215 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mkuranga
Mkuranga is a small city in Tanzania (Pwani) with a population of 28,037. The city sits at an elevation of 410 feet (125 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Mkuranga
Mkuranga has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jan (28.8°C), the coldest is Jul (24.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1144 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.2°F |
| 45% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 249 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 410 ft (125 m) |
| Area | 1,181.2 sq mi (3,059.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -7.1180°N, 39.2078°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 11.4 in | Wettest |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 7.5 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 4.5 in |
Mkuranga has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 74°F in July to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (11.4") and September the driest (1.1").
Schools in Mkuranga
28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitumbo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| MWINYI SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| TENGELEA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| TAMBANI SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| KIPARANG'ANDA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Dundani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hoyoyo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Karangwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kibamba Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kibululu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiguza Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiparang'anda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kise Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kitonga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kibululu primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Magoza Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mkuranga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Msorwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Msufini Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwanadilatu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwanzega Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ngunguti Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sunguvuni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tengelea Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tumaini Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Vikangara Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kigogofresh Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiboga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mkuranga
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Ngamia | — | MP3 | |
| Heaven FM Radio | gospel/ | MP3 | |
| IBN TV | — | UNKNOWN | |
| street One radio | african music, folk | MP3 |
Libraries in Mkuranga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12GB Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 12GB Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mkuranga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
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| fundi simu | |||||
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| Kigogo Fresh Market | |||||
| Kilakala _Market | |||||
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| macro electronics | |||||
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| Malindi Shopping Center | |||||
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| Soko | |||||
| teddy | |||||
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| Under Tacke Jewellry | |||||
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| yuu jewellery | |||||
| yuu jewellery |
Bus Stations in Mkuranga
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mkuranga
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mkuranga
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mkuranga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mkuranga
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Julius Nyerere International Airport | DAR | Large Airport |
| Amani Beach Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mchukwi Rufiji Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ras Kutani Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sanzale Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Mkuranga
11 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dispensary airwing | ||
| Dr. Kinyaru Tiba Asili | ||
| Eden Santarium Clinic | ||
| Mabula Traditional Clinic | ||
| Mbagala Kuu Dispensary | ||
| Mico Karode's Dispensary | ||
| Mico Karode's Dispensary | ||
| New Hope Dispensary | ||
| Nimuweza Sanitarium Clinic | ||
| S. N. J Laboratory Services and Consultation | ||
| Sulle Natural Medicine Clinic |
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What is the population of Mkuranga?
Mkuranga has a population of 28,037 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 1,181.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mkuranga?
Mkuranga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.8 inches.