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Mlalo, Tanzania

Tanga · Tanzania

Mlalo is a small city in Tanga, Tanzania with a population of 15,576. Elevation: 436 ft (133 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

15,576 Population 3/sq mi density
436 ft Elevation 133 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
41.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Mlalo

Mlalo ist eine Ortschaft in den Usambara-Bergen in Tansania. Sie liegt in Lushoto, einem der sieben Distrikte der Tanga-Region in Tansania. Mlalo wird auch die ganze vom Oberlauf des Umba durchflossene Landschaft genannt.

People

Population15,576
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Population15,576
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Coordinates-4.9333°, 38.9333°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceTanga
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation41.6 inches (1,056 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mlalo

Mlalo is a small city in Tanzania (Tanga) with a population of 15,576. The city sits at an elevation of 436 feet (133 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 41.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Mlalo

Mlalo has an average annual temperature of 24°C (75°F). The hottest month is Mar (26.2°C), the coldest is Jul (21.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1667 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.3°C / 78°F 21° / 32.5° 104.1
Feb 26°C / 79°F 21.1° / 33.5° 79.9
Mar 26.2°C / 79°F 21.4° / 34° 95.0
Apr 24.8°C / 77°F 20.2° / 31.4° 253.4
May 23.2°C / 74°F 18.1° / 28.8° 267.7
Jun 21.9°C / 71°F 16° / 27.3° 87.4
Jul 21.4°C / 71°F 16.1° / 26.9° 58.5
Aug 22.1°C / 72°F 17° / 28.3° 46.1
Sep 23°C / 73°F 18.5° / 29.7° 105.3
Oct 24.2°C / 76°F 19.1° / 31.5° 128.8
Nov 25.1°C / 77°F 20.5° / 31.4° 227.9
Dec 25°C / 77°F 21° / 30.9° 213.1
Mlalo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 74°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 41.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 436 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above Tanzania avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Area6,073.7 sq mi (15,730.9 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-4.9333°N, 38.9333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.6"
9% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 7.60"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 8, 2023.

Dec 8, 1995 53 km NNW of Mlalo, Tanzania M5.0 53 km
Jan 15, 2005 13 km SW of Gamba, Tanzania M5.0 122 km
Mar 13, 2020 20 km N of Maramba, Tanzania M4.9 39 km
Feb 8, 2023 Kenya M4.7 51 km
Feb 5, 2017 18 km ENE of Tanga, Tanzania M4.5 37 km
Feb 14, 2008 19 km SSW of Shimoni, Kenya M4.5 44 km
Jun 17, 2006 11 km SE of Mombasa, Kenya M4.2 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1930 MOMBASA Earthquake 6.0 m - 128 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 1.6 in
February 82°F (28°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 3.5 in Warmest
April 80°F (27°C) 6.7 in
May 78°F (25°C) 7.6 in Wettest
June 76°F (24°C) 2.4 in
July 74°F (24°C) 2.1 in
August 74°F (23°C) 2.4 in Coldest
September 75°F (24°C) 2.7 in
October 77°F (25°C) 3.9 in
November 79°F (26°C) 4.7 in
December 81°F (27°C) 3.0 in

Mlalo has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 74°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 41.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (7.6") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Mlalo

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Vunde Primary School - - - -
Mtapwa Primary School - - - -
Mjesani Primary School - - - -
Mbuyuni Primary School - - - -
Mapatano Primary School - - - -
Machimboni Primary School - - - -
Kimberly Primary School - - - -
Kichangani Primary School - - - -
Jirihini Primary School - - - -
Gombero Primary School - - - -
Dima Primary School - - - -
Bamba Estate Primary School - - - -
Rubawa Primary School - - - -
GOMBERO SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Mjesani Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Mlalo

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio One Stereo - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Kaya (KE) jazz, local news MP3 109 kbps

Libraries in Mlalo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Laboratory0.0
Laboratory0.0
Tanga Library0.0
Tanga Library0.0
tanga tech. library0.0
Tanga Technical Library0.0
THE SARAS Al MAZRUI0.0
THE SARAS Al MAZRUI0.0

Farmers Markets in Mlalo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Duka la vya kula
Duka la vya kula
Fish market
Fish market
Fish market
Fish market
Genge
Genge
Kisososra market
Kisososra market
Majengo Market
Mwakani mapana market
Mwakani mapana market
Ngamiani Kati Market
Small market
Small market
Small market
Small market
Small market
Small market
Small market
Small market
Small market
Small market
Small market
Small market
Small market
Small market
Soko
Soko
Young peace market
Young peace market
Zambia milling machine
Zambia milling machine

Clinics in Mlalo

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gombero
Mhinduro

Bus Stations in Mlalo

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

kituo cha magari manza

Stadiums & Teams in Mlalo

TeamLeagueDivision
Mkwakwani Stadium

Airports Near Mlalo

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tanga AirportTGTMedium Airport
Funzi Island Airport-Small Airport
Kwajoni Airport-Small Airport
Lunga-Lunga Airport-Small Airport
Mashado Airport-Small Airport
Mombo Airport-Small Airport
Ukunda AirstripUKASmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Mlalo

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
ANTIPA-kituo Cha utafiti,tiba na ushauri
Bandari
Chongoleni
Chumbageni Prison
Duga Clinic
Fahamu herbal clinic
Galanos Sec School
HEFSIBA MEDICAL LABORATORY
Mskiti wa kisosora
RASHEED DISPENSARY
Tamta Str. 1
Tayodea
The Aga Khan Polycyclic

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 Mlalo

What is the population of Mlalo?

Mlalo has a population of 15,576 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 6,073.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mlalo?

Mlalo 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 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.6 inches.

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