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Mtama, Tanzania
Lindi · Tanzania
Mtama is a small city in Lindi, Tanzania with a population of 11,928. Elevation: 446 ft (136 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mtama
Mtama is the district capital and an administrative ward in Lindi District of Lindi Region in Tanzania.
The ward covers an area of 36.4 km2 (14.1 sq mi), and has an average elevation of 185 m (607 ft). According to the 2012 census, the ward has a total population of 11,500.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,928 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.3000°, 39.3667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Lindi |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.6 inches (980 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mtama
Mtama is a small city in Tanzania (Lindi) with a population of 11,928. The city sits at an elevation of 446 feet (136 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Mtama
Mtama has an average annual temperature of 24°C (75°F). The hottest month is Nov (26.9°C), the coldest is Jul (20.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1921 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.4°F |
| 43% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 266 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
| Area | 3,372.7 sq mi (8,735.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.3000°N, 39.3667°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 74°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
Mtama has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 74°F in July to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.6") and July the driest (0.3").
Schools in Mtama
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mihogoni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| MTAMA SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Lihimba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Likolombe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Litingi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Luwale Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Majengo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbagala Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbalala Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mkwiti Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mkanga II Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mtama Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mtumbya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nang'aka Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyengedi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Songambele Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Likolombe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Mtama
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mtama
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lindi Airport | LDI | Small Airport |
| Masasi Airport | XMI | Small Airport |
| Mikindani Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nachingwea Airport | NCH | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mtama
What is the population of Mtama?
Mtama has a population of 11,928 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 3,372.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mtama?
Mtama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.6 inches.