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Nangwa, Tanzania

Manyara · Tanzania

Nangwa is a small city in Manyara, Tanzania with a population of 18,595. Elevation: 6,027 ft (1,837 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

18,595 Population 12/sq mi density
6,027 ft Elevation 1,837 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
32.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Nangwa

Nangwa

Katesh is a town in northern Tanzania. The town is located in Hanang District, Manyara Region. Paved trunk road T14 from Singida to Babati passes through the town.

People

Population18,595
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation6,027 ft (1,837 m)
Population18,595
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation6,027 ft (1,837 m)
Coordinates-4.4667°, 35.4500°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceManyara
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation32.0 inches (812 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nangwa

Nangwa is a small city in Tanzania (Manyara) with a population of 18,595. The city sits at an elevation of 6,027 feet (1,837 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Nangwa

Nangwa has an average annual temperature of 20°C (68°F). The hottest month is Nov (21.6°C), the coldest is Jul (17.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 749 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.5°C / 69°F 14.1° / 29.5° 120.8
Feb 20.6°C / 69°F 13.7° / 29.2° 113.9
Mar 21°C / 70°F 13.9° / 29.9° 79.9
Apr 20.1°C / 68°F 13.6° / 28.5° 103.2
May 19.2°C / 67°F 12.3° / 27.5° 31.2
Jun 18.1°C / 65°F 9.9° / 27.1° 7.9
Jul 17.8°C / 64°F 8.2° / 27.3° 8.5
Aug 18.7°C / 66°F 9.7° / 28.9° 30.0
Sep 20.3°C / 69°F 11.9° / 30.4° 6.2
Oct 21.3°C / 70°F 12.7° / 31.4° 26.4
Nov 21.6°C / 71°F 14.5° / 31.1° 125.0
Dec 21°C / 70°F 14.9° / 30° 95.8
Nangwa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 278 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 6,027 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

65°F Jan (19°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above Tanzania avg
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,027 ft (1,837 m)
Area1,573.6 sq mi (4,075.5 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates-4.4667°N, 35.4500°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.0"
16% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.98"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

165 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 8, 2025.

Nov 4, 2002 58 km N of Msanga, Tanzania M5.5 134 km
Aug 8, 2023 39 km SSE of Ikungi, Tanzania M5.5 122 km
Mar 6, 2008 62 km SSE of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.4 122 km
May 15, 1990 14 km NE of Kiratu, Tanzania M5.4 142 km
Apr 11, 1993 11 km E of Mbulu, Tanzania M5.3 72 km
Feb 22, 1991 6 km NE of Magugu, Tanzania M5.2 68 km
Dec 20, 1996 43 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.2 101 km
Jul 23, 1993 19 km SE of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.1 80 km
Jul 13, 2016 60 km N of Msanga, Tanzania M5.1 129 km
Sep 5, 2023 37 km SSE of Ikungi, Tanzania M5.1 122 km
Feb 3, 2009 58 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 92 km
Jun 14, 2003 59 km WSW of Kibaya, Tanzania M5.1 135 km
Apr 8, 2010 23 km NNE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 43 km
Jul 23, 1993 62 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.0 117 km
Apr 26, 2010 60 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.0 118 km
Jul 9, 2025 18 km SSE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 37 km
Feb 16, 2009 53 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 89 km
Feb 17, 2023 30 km N of Kintinku, Tanzania M5.0 130 km
Aug 8, 2025 24 km E of Mungaa, Tanzania M5.0 71 km
Apr 15, 2011 3 km SSW of Babati, Tanzania M4.9 40 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lengai, Ol Doinyo (196 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Lengai, Ol Doinyo Stratovolcano 2,962 m (9,718 ft) 2020 196 km
Meru Stratovolcano 4,565 m (14,977 ft) 1910 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (19°C) 4.8 in
February 66°F (19°C) 4.4 in
March 66°F (19°C) 6.0 in Wettest
April 65°F (19°C) 5.3 in
May 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in
June 60°F (15°C) 0.4 in
July 58°F (14°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 60°F (15°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in
October 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in Warmest
December 66°F (19°C) 5.6 in

Nangwa has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 58°F in July to 66°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.0") and August the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Nangwa

24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Gocho Primary School - - - -
HANANG SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
MEASKRON SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
WARETA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
MARY NAGU SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Barjomot Primary School - - - -
Bashang Primary School - - - -
Bassotungang Primary School - - - -
Dumanang Primary School - - - -
Getaghul Primary School - - - -
Getak Primary School - - - -
Gitting Primary School - - - -
MARY NAGU SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Gwanaya Primary School - - - -
Measkron Primary School - - - -
Mlimani Primary School - - - -
Nangwa Primary School - - - -
Ngorongoro Primary School - - - -
Orbesh Primary School - - - -
Sagong Primary School - - - -
Sumaye Primary School - - - -
Tumaini Primary School - - - -
Wareta Primary School - - - -
WARETA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Nangwa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Soko kuu

Clinics in Nangwa

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barjomot
Gitting
Nangwa Dispensary

Airports Near Nangwa

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gorimba Airport-Small Airport
Haidom Airport-Small Airport
Handa Airport-Small Airport
Harbanget Airport-Small Airport
Kondoa Airport-Small Airport
Kuro Airport-Small Airport
Singida Airport-Small Airport
Tarangire 2 Airport-Small Airport
Yaeda Airport-Small Airport

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 Nangwa

What is the population of Nangwa?

Nangwa has a population of 18,595 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 1,573.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nangwa?

Nangwa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.0 inches.

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