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Ngara, Tanzania
Kagera · Tanzania
Ngara is a small city in Kagera, Tanzania with a population of 16,890. Elevation: 5,951 ft (1,814 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ngara
Ngara is a small town in Ngara District, Kagera Region, in Tanzania, East Africa.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,890 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,951 ft (1,814 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.5122°, 30.6558° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Kagera |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.3 inches (947 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ngara
Ngara is a small city in Tanzania (Kagera) with a population of 16,890. The city sits at an elevation of 5,951 feet (1,814 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Ngara
Ngara has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C (69°F). The hottest month is Sep (21.7°C), the coldest is Jul (18.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1610 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.0°F |
| 24% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,951 ft (1,814 m) |
| Area | 1,522.2 sq mi (3,942.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.5122°N, 30.6558°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Muhavura (166 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 175 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 175 km |
| Nyiragongo | Stratovolcano | 3,470 m (11,385 ft) | 2020 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 4.1 in |
Ngara has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 66°F in January to 70°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 37.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.6") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Ngara
48 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyakariba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ngara Mjini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kumuyange Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ruganzo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bulengo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyamiaga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Buhororo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kasharazi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kigina Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| nyarusange Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kumutana Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mukirehe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mugasha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Murukagati Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| NAPS ENGLISH MEDIUM SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Kibirizi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mubuhenge Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Murgwanza Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nakatunga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mchungaji Mwema Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ngara Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Murugwanza Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Remela Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ntobeye Primary Shcool | - | - | - | - |
| Ntobeye Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Teachers resource center | - | - | - | - |
| Teachers resource center | - | - | - | - |
| Murgwanza Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Luke Child Day Care Center | - | - | - | - |
| Murgwanza Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ngara mjini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Buhororo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kumuyange Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mubuhenge Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mumiterama Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ruganzo B Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Baramba girls secondary school | - | - | - | - |
| Murukulazo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mukibogoye Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| katerere Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chivu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mubinyange Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mukididiri Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Remela Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mikore Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mayenzi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kabalenzi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kanazi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ngara
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ishizwe FM | - | MP3 |
Libraries in Ngara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ngara District Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Ngara
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ngara
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ngara
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ngara
15 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ngara
5 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ngara
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ngara
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Ngara
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ngara
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kigali International Airport | KGL | Large Airport |
| Biharamulo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gako Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kirundo Airport | KRE | Small Airport |
| Nemba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngara Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ngara
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Anglican church | |
| Chapel | |
| Istiqama masjid | |
| Junction | |
| Junction Musjid | |
| KANISA LA SABATO, NGARA MJINI | |
| Mikore Anglican Church | |
| Msumba Anglican Church | |
| Murgwanza Church | |
| Neema church | |
| Ngara mjini Anglican Church | |
| Ngara town mosque | |
| Roman Catholic Church | |
| Roman Catholic Church, Ngara Mjini | |
| Sabath Church | |
| WATAKATIFU WOTE KANISA ANGLIKANA, NGARA MJINI |
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Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ngara
What is the population of Ngara?
Ngara has a population of 16,890 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 1,522.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ngara?
Ngara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.3 inches.