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Mwaya, Tanzania
Mbeya · Tanzania
Mwaya is a small city in Mbeya, Tanzania with a population of 7,558. Elevation: 1,572 ft (479 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mwaya
Mwaya is an administrative ward in the Kyela district of the Mbeya Region of Tanzania. In 2016, the Tanzania National Bureau of Statistics report there were 12,841 people in the ward, from 11,651 in 2012.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,558 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,572 ft (479 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.5500°, 33.9500° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Mbeya |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 80.9 inches (2,055 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mwaya
Mwaya is a small city in Tanzania (Mbeya) with a population of 7,558. The city sits at an elevation of 1,572 feet (479 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.4°F |
| 41% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 213 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,572 ft (479 m) |
| Area | 450.7 sq mi (1,167.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.5500°N, 33.9500°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kyejo (40 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kyejo | Stratovolcano | 2,176 m (7,139 ft) | 1800 | 40 km |
| Rungwe | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 1250 | 56 km |
| Ngozi | Caldera | 2,614 m (8,576 ft) | 1450 | 76 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 7.5 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 15.2 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 23.4 in | Wettest |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 11.4 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 7.6 in |
Mwaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 71°F in July to 81°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 80.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (23.4") and September the driest (0.2").
Schools in Mwaya
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lugombo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kajunjumele Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bagamoyo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ikama Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ilopa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Isanga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kajunjumele Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kikuba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kisyosyo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lubaga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyasa Lakeshore Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lukuyu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lusungo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Matema Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbala Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwaya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ndola Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ngonga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kajunjumele Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyasa lake show Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Mwaya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fogetu Market | |||||
| Gulio | |||||
| Gulio la Busale | |||||
| Kadudu Market | |||||
| Kafundo Market | |||||
| Kibanda Market | |||||
| Kwa mwenyekiti | |||||
| Lubele Market | |||||
| lyulilo Market | |||||
| Mabunga Danida | |||||
| Mafula Sopu Market | |||||
| Mahenge Market | |||||
| Malangali Centre Market | |||||
| Mbiasyo Market | |||||
| Ngamanga Market | |||||
| Olofea Market | |||||
| Soko | |||||
| Soko Kuu la Kyela |
Hotels in Mwaya
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mwaya
7 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mwaya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mwaya
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Karonga Airport | KGJ | Medium Airport |
| Songwe Airport | MBI | Medium Airport |
| Chitipa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mbeya Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mwaya
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kanisa la Mitume Nnyelele |
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Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mwaya
What is the population of Mwaya?
Mwaya has a population of 7,558 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 450.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mwaya?
Mwaya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.9 inches.