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Muheza, Tanzania

Tanga · Tanzania

Muheza is a small city in Tanga, Tanzania with a population of 20,000. Elevation: 600 ft (183 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

20,000 Population 26/sq mi density
600 ft Elevation 183 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
48.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Muheza

Muheza

Muheza is a town and capital of Muheza District in the Tanga Region of Tanzania. In the Muheza district, the town covers five wards; Majengo ward to the east, Tanganyika ward to the north, Genge and Majengo ward to the east, and Kwemkabala ward to the west. Paved trunk road T13 from Segera to the Kenyan border passes through Muheza town. The town also has a station on the Tanga-Arusha Railway.

People

Population20,000
Density26/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Population20,000
Population Density26 / sq mi
Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Coordinates-5.1667°, 38.7833°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceTanga
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation48.3 inches (1,226 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Muheza

Muheza is a small city in Tanzania (Tanga) with a population of 20,000. The city sits at an elevation of 600 feet (183 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Muheza

Muheza 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
Muheza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 600 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average77.3°F
43% above Tanzania avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Area758.2 sq mi (1,963.7 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates-5.1667°N, 38.7833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.3"
27% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 8.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.93"

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 77 km
Jan 15, 2005 13 km SW of Gamba, Tanzania M5.0 104 km
Mar 13, 2020 20 km N of Maramba, Tanzania M4.9 40 km
Feb 8, 2023 Kenya M4.7 73 km
Feb 5, 2017 18 km ENE of Tanga, Tanzania M4.5 55 km
Feb 14, 2008 19 km SSW of Shimoni, Kenya M4.5 71 km
Jun 9, 1997 Tanzania M4.4 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 2.1 in
February 81°F (27°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 4.2 in
April 79°F (26°C) 8.8 in Wettest
May 76°F (25°C) 8.0 in
June 75°F (24°C) 2.6 in
July 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in Coldest
August 73°F (23°C) 2.4 in
September 74°F (23°C) 2.8 in
October 76°F (25°C) 4.7 in
November 78°F (26°C) 5.2 in
December 80°F (27°C) 3.4 in

Muheza has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in July to 81°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 48.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.8") and February the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Muheza

63+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kicheba Primary School - - - -
Mamboleo Primary School - - - -
Majengo Primary School - - - -
Magula Primary School - - - -
Magoda Primary School - - - -
Magila Primary School - - - -
Mafleta Primary School - - - -
Mafere Primary School - - - -
Lusanga Primary School - - - -
Kwemsala Primary School - - - -
Kwemkabala Primary School - - - -
Kwalubuye Primary School - - - -
Kwakifua Primary School - - - -
Kwabutu Primary School - - - -
Kivindo Primary School - - - -
Kilulu Primary School - - - -
Manyoni Primary School - - - -
Kibanda Primary School - - - -
Jibandeni Primary School - - - -
Jamhuri Primary School - - - -
Geiglitz Primary School - - - -
Enzi Primary School - - - -
Bombani Primary School - - - -
Bagamoyo Primary School - - - -
Gare Primary School - - - -
Tongwe Primary School - - - -
Ubembe Primary School - - - -
Muheza-Estate Primary School - - - -
MLINGANO SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
KICHEBA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Mkuzi Primary School - - - -
Mbaramo Secondary School - - - -
Msowelo Primary School - - - -
Magila Secondary - - - -
Muheza Muslim Secondary - - - -
MISOZWE SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Tingeni Primary School - - - -
Semngano Primary School - - - -
Paramba Primary School - - - -
Nkumba Kisiwani Primary School - - - -
Nkumba Primary School - - - -
Ngomeni Primary School - - - -
Ngarani Primary School - - - -
Mwembeni Primary School - - - -
Mwambao Primary School - - - -
Muheza Estate Primary School - - - -
Muheza Primary School - - - -
Mtindiro Primary School - - - -
Hegongo Anglican Secondary School - - - -
Mpapayu Primary School - - - -
Mlingoti Primary School - - - -
Mlingano Primary School - - - -
Mkuzi Primary School - - - -
Mkumbi Primary School - - - -
Mkului Primary School - - - -
Misozwe Primary School - - - -
Misongeni Primary School - - - -
Mianga Primary School - - - -
Mgome Primary School - - - -
Mgambo Magoroto Primary School - - - -
Mdote Primary School - - - -
Mbaramo Primary School - - - -
Masuguru Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Muheza

2 stations within ~55 km.

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

Farmers Markets in Muheza

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kwamkoro market

Monuments in Muheza

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Scouting Memorial

Clinics in Muheza

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bwembwera
Kilulu
Tongwe
Ubwari

Train Stations in Muheza

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kihuhwi
Muheza
Tengeni, Muheza

Bus Stations in Muheza

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Muheza Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Muheza

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TZ #1607533044
TZ #5672084210
TZ #7130985674

Airports Near Muheza

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
Mkwaja Airport-Small Airport
Mombo Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Muheza

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Muheza Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Muheza

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Magila Anglican Church
St. Aidan Anglican Church

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 Muheza

What is the population of Muheza?

Muheza has a population of 20,000 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 758.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Muheza?

Muheza 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 73°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.3 inches.

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