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Mugango, Tanzania

Mara · Tanzania

Mugango is a small city in Mara, Tanzania with a population of 10,550. Elevation: 3,720 ft (1,134 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

10,550 Population 33/sq mi density
3,720 ft Elevation 1,134 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
37.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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People

Population10,550
Density33/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation3,720 ft (1,134 m)
Population10,550
Population Density33 / sq mi
Elevation3,720 ft (1,134 m)
Coordinates-1.6833°, 33.7000°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceMara
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation37.2 inches (945 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mugango

Mugango is a small city in Tanzania (Mara) with a population of 10,550. The city sits at an elevation of 3,720 feet (1,134 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Mugango

Mugango has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 856 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 50.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 60.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 108.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 186.8
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 114.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 29.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 18.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 17.9
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 32.1
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 57.5
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 96.1
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 83.3
Mugango has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 268 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 37.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,720 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above Tanzania avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,720 ft (1,134 m)
Area318.4 sq mi (824.6 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates-1.6833°N, 33.7000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.2"
2% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.65"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Sep 4, 2022.

May 18, 2002 25 km ENE of Malya, Tanzania M5.5 136 km
Mar 11, 2021 27 km SSW of Tarime, Tanzania M4.8 63 km
Jun 17, 2021 102 km NNW of Musoma, Tanzania M4.6 118 km
Sep 4, 2022 11 km E of Butiama, Tanzania M4.4 42 km
Dec 19, 2013 64 km E of Bukoba, Tanzania M4.3 149 km
Jun 16, 2010 21 km NNW of Mugumu, Tanzania M4.3 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Homa Mountain (170 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Homa Mountain Complex 1,751 m (5,745 ft) Unknown 170 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 2.9 in
February 74°F (23°C) 3.5 in
March 74°F (23°C) 5.3 in
April 73°F (23°C) 6.7 in Wettest
May 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in
June 72°F (22°C) 1.4 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in
September 74°F (23°C) 1.3 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.5 in Warmest
November 74°F (23°C) 4.6 in
December 73°F (23°C) 3.9 in

Mugango has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 72°F in July to 75°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.7") and July the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Mugango

32 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kwibara Primary School - - - -
Kiriba Secondary School - - - -
Mugango Primary School - - - -
Kwikuba Primary School - - - -
Kamugegi Primary School - - - -
Nyamagana Primary School - - - -
Ryamugabo Primary School - - - -
Chanyauru Primary School - - - -
Chanyauru B Primary School - - - -
Kambarage Primary School - - - -
Kamguruki Primary School - - - -
Karubugu Primary School - - - -
Kigera Primary School - - - -
Kigera B Primary School - - - -
Kiriba Primary School - - - -
Kiriba B Primary School - - - -
Senter - - - -
Kwibara B Primary School - - - -
Kwikuba Primary School - - - -
Maneke Primary School - - - -
Mugane Primary School - - - -
Mugango Primary School - - - -
Murunyigo Primary School - - - -
Mwiringo Primary School - - - -
Nyaminya Primary School - - - -
Nyaminya B Primary School - - - -
Nyamiyenga Primary School - - - -
Nyamwiru Primary School - - - -
Nyasaungu Primary School - - - -
Nyasurura Primary School - - - -
Tegeruka Primary School - - - -
Tegeruka B Primary School - - - -
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Libraries in Mugango

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Buhare CDTI Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Mugango

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kiabakari Market
Kigum Market
Madaraka Market
Soko kuu Musoma

Clinics in Mugango

9 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BWAI Dispensary
KAMUGEGI Dispensary
KIHEMBA Dispensary
Mugango Dispensary
Mugango Kmt Dispensary
Nyakatende Dispensary
Ryamgabo Dispensary
Suguti Dispensary
Tegeruka Dispensary

Airports Near Mugango

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Buhemba Airport-Small Airport
Kirawira B AerodromeGTZSmall Airport
Musoma AirportMUZSmall Airport
Nansio Airport-Small Airport
Tarime Airport-Small Airport

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 Mugango

What is the population of Mugango?

Mugango has a population of 10,550 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 318.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mugango?

Mugango has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches.

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