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Muriti, Tanzania

Mara · Tanzania

Muriti is a small city in Mara, Tanzania with a population of 20,254. Elevation: 3,743 ft (1,141 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

20,254 Population 862/sq mi density
3,743 ft Elevation 1,141 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
56.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Muriti

Muriti

Mauritia flexuosa, known as the moriche palm, ité palm, ita, buriti, muriti, miriti (Brazil), canangucho (Colombia), morete or acho (Ecuador), palma real (Bolivia), or aguaje (Peru), is a palm tree. It grows in and near swamps and other wet areas in tropical South America.

People

Population20,254
Density862/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation3,743 ft (1,141 m)
Population20,254
Population Density862 / sq mi
Elevation3,743 ft (1,141 m)
Coordinates-1.9833°, 32.9167°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceMara
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation56.9 inches (1,446 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Muriti

Muriti is a small city in Tanzania (Mara) with a population of 20,254. The city sits at an elevation of 3,743 feet (1,141 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Muriti

Muriti has an average annual temperature of 24.5°C (76°F). The hottest month is Sep (25.4°C), the coldest is Jul (23.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1424 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.3°C / 76°F 21.3° / 27.3° 148.6
Feb 24.9°C / 77°F 21.3° / 28.2° 195.7
Mar 24.9°C / 77°F 21.2° / 28.8° 162.8
Apr 24.2°C / 76°F 21.2° / 28° 193.3
May 24.1°C / 75°F 20.2° / 27.8° 69.1
Jun 23.8°C / 75°F 19° / 28.1° 10.0
Jul 23.7°C / 75°F 18.4° / 28.2° 6.8
Aug 25°C / 77°F 19.6° / 29.6° 31.2
Sep 25.4°C / 78°F 20.9° / 30.1° 92.0
Oct 25.2°C / 77°F 21.5° / 29.8° 118.3
Nov 24.2°C / 76°F 21.2° / 28.2° 218.2
Dec 24°C / 75°F 21.2° / 26.8° 178.7
Muriti has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,743 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average72.5°F
34% above Tanzania avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,743 ft (1,141 m)
Area23.5 sq mi (60.9 km²)
Population Density862/sq mi
Coordinates-1.9833°N, 32.9167°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.9"
50% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 9.21"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 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 M5.5 137 km
May 25, 2017 22 km WSW of Misasi, Tanzania M4.4 118 km
Sep 4, 2022 11 km E of Butiama, Tanzania M4.4 131 km
Dec 19, 2013 64 km E of Bukoba, Tanzania M4.3 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 4.9 in
February 73°F (23°C) 6.0 in
March 73°F (23°C) 7.2 in
April 73°F (23°C) 9.2 in Wettest
May 72°F (22°C) 6.0 in
June 72°F (22°C) 1.6 in
July 71°F (22°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in
September 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in
October 74°F (23°C) 3.7 in Warmest
November 73°F (23°C) 6.7 in
December 72°F (22°C) 6.3 in

Muriti has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 71°F in July to 74°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 56.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (9.2") and July the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Muriti

34 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Busangu Primary School - - - -
Igongo Primary School - - - -
Igalla Primary School - - - -
Handebezyo Primary School - - - -
Hamuziro Primary School - - - -
Halwego Primary School - - - -
Chankamba Primary School - - - -
Chamuhunda Primary School - - - -
Busiri Primary School - - - -
Ihebo Primary School - - - -
Bukondo Primary School - - - -
Buhima Primary School - - - -
Bugula Primary School - - - -
Igalla Secondary School - - - -
Bwiro Secondary School - - - -
Busangumugu Secondary School - - - -
Kaseni Primary School - - - -
Mitimilefu Primary School - - - -
Rubya Primary School - - - -
Nzagwa Primary School - - - -
Negoma Primary School - - - -
Mwongozo Primary School - - - -
Mwigoye Primary School - - - -
Muugu Primary School - - - -
Muriti Primary School - - - -
Mukunu Primary School - - - -
Selema Primary School - - - -
Kitangaza Primary School - - - -
Kaseni Primary School - - - -
Kameya Primary School - - - -
Kabuhinzi Primary School - - - -
Kabingo Primary School - - - -
Itila Primary School - - - -
Ilangalla Primary School - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Muriti

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market
Market
Market

Clinics in Muriti

9 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bugula Dispensary
Bukondo Dispensary
Busangu Mwigu Dispensary
Busumba Dispensary
Igalla Dispensary
Mukunu Dispensary
Muriti Health Centre
Nabungona Dispensary
Rubya Dispensary

Airports Near Muriti

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mwanza International AirportMWZLarge Airport
Nansio Airport-Small Airport

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Muriti

What is the population of Muriti?

Muriti has a population of 20,254 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 862 people per square mile, spread across 23.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Muriti?

Muriti has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.9 inches.

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