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Mlangali, Tanzania

Njombe · Tanzania

Mlangali is a small city in Njombe, Tanzania with a population of 15,168. Elevation: 5,705 ft (1,739 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

15,168 Population 4/sq mi density
5,705 ft Elevation 1,739 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
46.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Mlangali

Mlangali is an administrative ward in Ludewa District, Njombe Region, Tanzania. According to the 2002 census, the ward has a total population of 16,260.

People

Population15,168
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation5,705 ft (1,739 m)
Population15,168
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation5,705 ft (1,739 m)
Coordinates-9.7833°, 34.5167°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceNjombe
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation46.7 inches (1,186 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mlangali

Mlangali is a small city in Tanzania (Njombe) with a population of 15,168. The city sits at an elevation of 5,705 feet (1,739 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Mlangali

Mlangali has an average annual temperature of 25.2°C (77°F). The hottest month is Nov (29°C), the coldest is Jul (21.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1496 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.8°C / 78°F 22.4° / 30.1° 404.5
Feb 26°C / 79°F 22.6° / 30.4° 297.7
Mar 25.7°C / 78°F 22.3° / 29.7° 274.0
Apr 24.8°C / 77°F 20.5° / 29.4° 121.6
May 23.1°C / 74°F 18.2° / 28.2° 34.3
Jun 21.6°C / 71°F 16.9° / 27.4° 7.0
Jul 21.3°C / 70°F 15.9° / 26.9° 22.7
Aug 23.3°C / 74°F 17.4° / 29.6° 10.9
Sep 25.8°C / 78°F 18.8° / 31.9° 0.9
Oct 28°C / 82°F 21.6° / 34.2° 15.7
Nov 29°C / 84°F 23.4° / 34.4° 67.2
Dec 27.4°C / 81°F 23.2° / 33.1° 240.3
Mlangali enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,705 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above Tanzania avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,705 ft (1,739 m)
Area3,602.6 sq mi (9,330.7 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-9.7833°N, 34.5167°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.7"
23% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 9.80"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

48 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.5 on May 4, 2024.

Dec 19, 2009 23 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M6.0 85 km
Dec 8, 2009 6 km WSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.9 72 km
Dec 6, 2009 22 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.8 80 km
Dec 12, 2009 2 km WSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.5 69 km
Dec 6, 2009 26 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.3 74 km
Dec 6, 2009 12 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M5.2 76 km
Aug 31, 2002 22 km WNW of Mlangali, Tanzania M5.2 23 km
Dec 6, 2009 21 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.1 76 km
Dec 6, 2009 19 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.1 72 km
Dec 7, 2009 Malawi M5.0 83 km
Dec 7, 2009 12 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 78 km
May 21, 2003 30 km ESE of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 44 km
Dec 7, 2009 22 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 77 km
May 17, 1992 12 km NE of Karonga, Malawi M4.9 55 km
Dec 11, 2009 18 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M4.9 79 km
Mar 14, 2004 18 km WNW of Manda, Tanzania M4.8 70 km
Dec 6, 2009 10 km SSE of Karonga, Malawi M4.8 64 km
May 17, 1992 33 km E of Karonga, Malawi M4.8 36 km
Aug 21, 2004 22 km SW of Manda, Tanzania M4.7 91 km
Feb 13, 2010 15 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M4.6 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kyejo (101 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kyejo Stratovolcano 2,176 m (7,139 ft) 1800 101 km
Rungwe Stratovolcano 2,953 m (9,688 ft) 1250 118 km
Ngozi Caldera 2,614 m (8,576 ft) 1450 138 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 9.2 in
February 64°F (18°C) 8.5 in
March 63°F (17°C) 9.8 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 5.4 in
May 58°F (15°C) 1.3 in
June 56°F (13°C) 0.1 in
July 55°F (13°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 57°F (14°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 0.1 in
October 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in Warmest
December 64°F (18°C) 8.1 in

Mlangali has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 55°F in July to 64°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.8") and August the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Mlangali

24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lupanga Primary School - - - -
MLANGALI GROUNDS - - - -
Madunda Secondary School - - - -
Ikalo Primary School - - - -
Ikulungilo Primary School - - - -
Itundu Primary School - - - -
Iyunguya Primary School - - - -
Kiyombo Primary School - - - -
Lifumbu Primary School - - - -
Ligumbiro Primary School - - - -
Liunji Primary School - - - -
Lupande Primary School - - - -
wecha Primary School - - - -
Lusala Primary School - - - -
Luvungo Primary School - - - -
Madunda Primary School - - - -
Mapogoro Primary School - - - -
Masaula Primary School - - - -
Masimbwe Primary School - - - -
Mawengi Primary School - - - -
Mdete Primary School - - - -
Mkiu Primary School - - - -
Mlangali Primary School - - - -
Sambala Primary School - - - -
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Restaurants in Mlangali

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

kacheche bank

Banks in Mlangali

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ufunuo

Airports Near Mlangali

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karonga AirportKGJMedium Airport
Chilumba Private Airport-Small Airport
Njombe AirportJOMSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mlangali

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parokia Katoliki Lupanga
Parokia Katoliki Madunda
ROMAN CATHORIC CHURCH-MLANGALI PARISH
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Waterfalls
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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Mlangali

What is the population of Mlangali?

Mlangali has a population of 15,168 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 3,602.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mlangali?

Mlangali enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.7 inches.

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