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Mwandiga, Tanzania

Kigoma · Tanzania

Mwandiga is a small city in Kigoma, Tanzania with a population of 16,822. Elevation: 2,858 ft (871 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

16,822 Population 27/sq mi density
2,858 ft Elevation 871 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
42.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Mwandiga

Mwandiga is an administrative ward in Kigoma District of Kigoma Region in Tanzania.
The ward covers an area of 40.5 km2 (15.6 sq mi), and has an average elevation of 860 m (2,820 ft). In 2016 the Tanzania National Bureau of Statistics report there were 20,810 people in the ward, from 18,906 in 2012.

People

Population16,822
Density27/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain42.9 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation2,858 ft (871 m)
Population16,822
Population Density27 / sq mi
Elevation2,858 ft (871 m)
Coordinates-4.8300°, 29.6581°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceKigoma
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation42.9 inches (1,090 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mwandiga

Mwandiga is a small city in Tanzania (Kigoma) with a population of 16,822. The city sits at an elevation of 2,858 feet (871 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Mwandiga

Mwandiga has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is Sep (26.8°C), the coldest is Jul (23.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1130 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.2°C / 76°F 20.7° / 28.6° 117.3
Feb 24.8°C / 77°F 21° / 29.2° 117.9
Mar 25.1°C / 77°F 21.2° / 29.8° 132.7
Apr 24.5°C / 76°F 21.1° / 28.4° 125.3
May 24.5°C / 76°F 20.8° / 28.3° 42.9
Jun 23.7°C / 75°F 19° / 28° 4.6
Jul 23.5°C / 74°F 17.5° / 28.4° 1.1
Aug 25.3°C / 78°F 19° / 30.7° 6.3
Sep 26.8°C / 80°F 21.5° / 32.1° 28.7
Oct 26.4°C / 80°F 21.6° / 32.1° 107.9
Nov 24.9°C / 77°F 21° / 31° 280.2
Dec 24.1°C / 75°F 21° / 28.1° 164.8
Mwandiga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,858 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average74.1°F
37% above Tanzania avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,858 ft (871 m)
Area621.1 sq mi (1,608.7 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates-4.8300°N, 29.6581°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.9"
13% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 7.32"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M5.2 on Jul 28, 2025.

Jan 9, 2006 62 km ESE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.3 141 km
Mar 28, 1998 37 km ESE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.3 134 km
Apr 29, 2017 83 km ESE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.3 148 km
Jul 28, 2025 33 km NW of Rumonge, Burundi M5.2 130 km
Apr 10, 2003 55 km NE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M5.1 82 km
Sep 18, 1990 10 km SSE of Rumonge, Burundi M5.0 88 km
Dec 15, 2000 67 km NE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.9 75 km
Aug 4, 2023 25 km S of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.8 31 km
Feb 6, 1999 34 km NNE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.8 100 km
Aug 11, 1993 16 km S of Bujumbura, Burundi M4.8 149 km
Sep 1, 2003 30 km ESE of Makamba, Burundi M4.8 84 km
Apr 5, 2003 12 km SSE of Mwaro, Burundi M4.8 136 km
May 2, 2024 16 km W of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.8 21 km
Sep 23, 2023 56 km SSE of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.7 59 km
Feb 14, 2022 41 km SSW of Rumonge, Burundi M4.7 68 km
Nov 21, 1997 27 km WNW of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.7 31 km
Dec 25, 2012 60 km ESE of Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.7 145 km
Jun 10, 2006 26 km WNW of Kigoma, Tanzania M4.7 29 km
Jun 19, 2008 29 km NW of Mwandiga, Tanzania M4.7 30 km
Feb 15, 1991 111 km WSW of Rumonge, Burundi M4.7 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 5.4 in
February 74°F (23°C) 4.9 in
March 74°F (23°C) 5.8 in
April 74°F (24°C) 7.3 in Wettest
May 74°F (24°C) 2.9 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
September 76°F (24°C) 1.1 in Warmest
October 76°F (24°C) 2.9 in
November 74°F (23°C) 5.8 in
December 74°F (23°C) 6.1 in

Mwandiga has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 72°F in July to 76°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.3") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Mwandiga

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

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kabingo Primary School
Kilembela Primary School
Kiganza Primary School
Kigalye Primary School
Kasaka Primary School
Kamara Primary School
Kagongo Primary School
Kagina Primary School
Kabanga Primary School
Chankabwimba Primary School
Bweru Primary School
Bugumba Primary School
Bitale Maalum Primary School
Bitale Primary School
Bigabilo Primary School
Kisitwe Primary School
Butunga Primary School
Bushabani Primary School
Buronge Primary School
Luiche Secondary School
Kagongo Primary School
Bugumba Primary School
Sokoine Primary School
Mwandiga Primary School
Nkema Primary School
Nyabigina Primary School
madrasatu tarbiyatu islamiya
buronge pitch
buronge high school
Bushabani secondary
Nyangwe Primary School
Kigoma Muslim Girls Seminary
Kihinga Village Teachers College
Matyazo Primary School
Simbo Primary School
Francisco De Asize Primary School
Kimwa secondary school
Kahagwa Primary School
bushabani secondary
Sokoine Primary School
Simbo Primary School
Samilo Primary School
Ruhobe Primary School
Nyerere Primary School
Nyantole Primary School
Matyazo Village Primary School
Nyampemba Primary School
Nyabigina Primary School
Nkema Primary School
Mwandiga Primary School
Mungonya Primary School
Mtara Primary School
Mtanga Primary School
Msimba Primary School
Mlati Primary School
Mgaraganza Primary School
Mara Primary School
Mahembe Primary School
Magamba Primary School
Kizenga Primary School
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Museums in Mwandiga

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Livingstone Museum

Farmers Markets in Mwandiga

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fish Market
Kibirizi Market
Kibirizi Market
Kigoma Market
Kigoma Market
MWANGA HARDWARE SHOPS
Mwanga Market
Mwanga Market
Mwanga Market
sokomjinga market
sokomjinga market

Cinemas in Mwandiga

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

taduga video hall

Clinics in Mwandiga

13 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bigabiro Dispensary
Bitale Dispensary
Chankabwimba dispensary
Chankele Dispensary
Jibu Lenu
Kagongo dispensary
Kasuku Dispensary
Kiganza Dispensary
Kiganza Dispensary
Mahembe dispensary
Mgaraganza Dispensary
Mwandiga
Nyamhoza Dispensary

Bus Stations in Mwandiga

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Matyazo Village Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Mwandiga

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mihan Gas Depot
Salmo oil Super Petrol Station
TZ #4838261821

Stadiums & Teams in Mwandiga

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Airports Near Mwandiga

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kasulu AirportSmall Airport
Kigoma AirportTKQSmall Airport
Uvinza AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mwandiga

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mosque
Mosque
Mosque
Mosque
Mosque
mosque

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 Mwandiga

What is the population of Mwandiga?

Mwandiga has a population of 16,822 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 621.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mwandiga?

Mwandiga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.9 inches.

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