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Mungaa, Tanzania

Singida · Tanzania

Mungaa is a small city in Singida, Tanzania with a population of 16,715. Elevation: 5,276 ft (1,608 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

16,715 Population 3/sq mi density
5,276 ft Elevation 1,608 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
26.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Mungaa

Mungaa is an administrative ward in the Singida Rural district of the Singida Region of Tanzania. According to the 2002 census, the ward has a total population of 15,841.

People

Population16,715
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain26.6 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation5,276 ft (1,608 m)
Population16,715
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation5,276 ft (1,608 m)
Coordinates-4.9667°, 34.8833°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceSingida
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation26.6 inches (676 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mungaa

Mungaa is a small city in Tanzania (Singida) with a population of 16,715. The city sits at an elevation of 5,276 feet (1,608 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Mungaa

Mungaa has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C (69°F). The hottest month is Oct (22.6°C), the coldest is Jul (17.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1321 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.7°C / 69°F 14.9° / 29.1° 265.9
Feb 20.7°C / 69°F 14.5° / 28.2° 212.4
Mar 20.7°C / 69°F 14.6° / 28.3° 173.2
Apr 20.1°C / 68°F 14.2° / 27.1° 135.7
May 19.2°C / 67°F 12.5° / 26.6° 40.6
Jun 17.9°C / 64°F 10.2° / 26.3° 10.3
Jul 17.6°C / 64°F 8.9° / 26.6° 12.2
Aug 19.1°C / 66°F 10.1° / 29.2° 30.0
Sep 21.2°C / 70°F 12.3° / 31.1° 9.1
Oct 22.6°C / 73°F 13.4° / 32.5° 35.7
Nov 22.5°C / 73°F 15.2° / 31.9° 164.4
Dec 21.5°C / 71°F 15.2° / 29.7° 231.7
Mungaa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 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 26.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,276 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average68.3°F
26% above Tanzania avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,276 ft (1,608 m)
Area6,074.9 sq mi (15,733.9 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-4.9667°N, 34.8833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.6"
30% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.35"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

157 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 8, 2025.

Nov 4, 2002 58 km N of Msanga, Tanzania M5.5 142 km
Aug 8, 2023 39 km SSE of Ikungi, Tanzania M5.5 54 km
Mar 6, 2008 62 km SSE of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.4 135 km
Dec 20, 1996 43 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.2 111 km
Feb 3, 2009 58 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 119 km
Jun 14, 2003 59 km WSW of Kibaya, Tanzania M5.1 145 km
Apr 8, 2010 23 km NNE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 94 km
Sep 5, 2023 37 km SSE of Ikungi, Tanzania M5.1 52 km
Jul 23, 1993 19 km SE of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.1 114 km
Jul 13, 2016 60 km N of Msanga, Tanzania M5.1 134 km
Apr 26, 2010 60 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.0 122 km
Feb 16, 2009 53 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 113 km
Jul 9, 2025 18 km SSE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 55 km
Feb 17, 2023 30 km N of Kintinku, Tanzania M5.0 81 km
Jul 23, 1993 62 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.0 114 km
Aug 8, 2025 24 km E of Mungaa, Tanzania M5.0 24 km
Jan 20, 2009 57 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M4.9 107 km
Feb 16, 2023 43 km N of Kilimatinde, Tanzania M4.9 56 km
Apr 14, 2023 26 km SE of Ikungi, Tanzania M4.9 40 km
Apr 15, 2011 3 km SSW of Babati, Tanzania M4.9 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 5.4 in Wettest
February 70°F (21°C) 4.4 in
March 70°F (21°C) 4.8 in
April 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in
May 67°F (19°C) 0.8 in
June 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in
September 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in
October 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
November 71°F (22°C) 2.0 in Warmest
December 71°F (22°C) 5.3 in

Mungaa has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 63°F in July to 71°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 26.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Mungaa

27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Makotea Primary School - - - -
LIGWA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
MAKIUNGU SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
MUNGAA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
SIUYU SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
UNYAMIKUMBI SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
IKenga Primary School - - - -
Sundu Primary School - - - -
Ughaugha Primary School - - - -
Unyamikumbi Primary School - - - -
Kimbwi Primary School - - - -
Kinku Primary School - - - -
Lighwa Primary School - - - -
Makiungu Primary School - - - -
UNYAMIKUMBI SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Mankumbi Primary School - - - -
Minyinga Primary School - - - -
Mungaa Primary School - - - -
Muyanji Primary School - - - -
Mwadimu Primary School - - - -
Mwisi Primary School - - - -
Nali Primary School - - - -
New Vision Singida Primary School - - - -
Siuyu Primary School - - - -
Unyaghumpi Primary School - - - -
Unyankhanya Primary School - - - -
SIUYU SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
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Radio Stations near Mungaa

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ImbaNasi - MP3

Libraries in Mungaa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Regional Library (Maktaba Ya Mkoa)0.0
Regional Library (Maktaba Ya Mkoa)0.0

Farmers Markets in Mungaa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fruit Market (Soko La Mtunda)
Main Market (Soko Kuu/Kubwa)

Clinics in Mungaa

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mnane
Mungaa

Stadiums & Teams in Mungaa

TeamLeagueDivision
Liti Stadium

Airports Near Mungaa

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birise Airport-Small Airport
Gorimba Airport-Small Airport
Handa Airport-Small Airport
Kirondatal Airport-Small Airport
Singida 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 Mungaa

What is the population of Mungaa?

Mungaa has a population of 16,715 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 6,074.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mungaa?

Mungaa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.6 inches.

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