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Mzimba, Malawi
Northern Region · Malawi
Mzimba is a small city in Northern Region, Malawi with a population of 29,432. Elevation: 4,393 ft (1,339 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
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About Mzimba
Mzimba is a district in the Northern Region of Malawi. The capital is Mzimba and the biggest town is Mzuzu, which is also the administrative headquarters of the Northern Region. The district covers an area of 10,473 km2 and has a population of 1,017,701 (2023). It is the largest district in Malawi. The district is inhabited by Tumbuka people. Chitumbuka is the predominant language spoken in the district.
People
Climate
| Population | 29,432 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,393 ft (1,339 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.9000°, 33.6000° |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
| Country | 🇲🇼 Malawi |
| State / Province | Northern Region |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.0 inches (889 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mzimba
Mzimba is a small city in Malawi (Northern Region) with a population of 29,432. The city sits at an elevation of 4,393 feet (1,339 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.
Climate in Mzimba
Mzimba has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 940 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.1°F |
| 24% above Malawi avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 272 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,393 ft (1,339 m) |
| Area | 4,724.7 sq mi (12,236.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.9000°N, 33.6000°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 7.6 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 7.7 in |
Mzimba has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 61°F in July to 72°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.4") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Mzimba
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Grounds | — | — | — | — |
| Kazomba Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Mzimba
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Mzimba
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mzimba
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mzimba
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mzimba
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mzimba
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dwangwa Airport | DWA | Medium Airport |
| Mzuzu Airport | ZZU | Medium Airport |
| Chama Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chintheche Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Lundazi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mzimba Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mzimba
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kazomba Catholic Church | |
| Kazomba CCAP |
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Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mzimba
What is the population of Mzimba?
Mzimba has a population of 29,432 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 4,724.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mzimba?
Mzimba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches.