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Nanganga, Tanzania
Mtwara · Tanzania
Nanganga is a small city in Mtwara, Tanzania with a population of 17,468. Elevation: 702 ft (214 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 17,468 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 702 ft (214 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.3833°, 39.1500° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Mtwara |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.9 inches (913 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nanganga
Nanganga is a small city in Tanzania (Mtwara) with a population of 17,468. The city sits at an elevation of 702 feet (214 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Nanganga
Nanganga has an average annual temperature of 24°C (75°F). The hottest month is Nov (26.9°C), the coldest is Jul (20.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1921 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.6°F |
| 44% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 702 ft (214 m) |
| Area | 3,372.7 sq mi (8,735.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.3833°N, 39.1500°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 6.8 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 5.1 in |
Nanganga has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in June to 81°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 36.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.5") and August the driest (0.2").
Schools in Nanganga
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mkang'u Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| HAWA MCHOPA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Mtakuja Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Malolo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mbecha Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mchenganyumba Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mtakuja Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nang'umbu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nanganga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chiwerere Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Namangale Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mtakuja primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Mwongozo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nangoo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nanganga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mumburu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nanganga primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Mtakuja primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Mtakuja primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Mtakuja primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Michenga primary school | — | — | — | — |
Clinics in Nanganga
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nanganga
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nanganga
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nanganga
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lindi Airport | LDI | Small Airport |
| Masasi Airport | XMI | Small Airport |
| Nachingwea Airport | NCH | Small Airport |
| Nangade Airport | NND | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Nanganga?
Nanganga has a population of 17,468 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 3,372.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nanganga?
Nanganga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches.