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Ngudu, Tanzania

Mwanza · Tanzania

Ngudu is a mid-size city in Mwanza, Tanzania with a population of 32,446. Elevation: 4,088 ft (1,246 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

32,446 Population 19/sq mi density
4,088 ft Elevation 1,246 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
35.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Ngudu

Ngudu is a town in the Kwimba District of the Mwanza Region in northwestern Tanzania. The town is the location of the district headquarters of Kwimba District. In 2016 the Tanzania National Bureau of Statistics report there were 31,123 people in the ward, from 27,630 in 2012.

People

Population32,446
Density19/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation4,088 ft (1,246 m)
Population32,446
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation4,088 ft (1,246 m)
Coordinates-2.9667°, 33.3333°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceMwanza
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (894 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ngudu

Ngudu is a mid-size city in Tanzania (Mwanza) with a population of 32,446. The city sits at an elevation of 4,088 feet (1,246 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Ngudu

Ngudu has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F). The hottest month is Sep (25.4°C), the coldest is Jan (21.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1571 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.9°C / 71°F 16.1° / 29° 173.7
Feb 22.5°C / 72°F 16.4° / 30° 100.1
Mar 22.6°C / 73°F 16.2° / 31° 164.9
Apr 22.1°C / 72°F 16.1° / 29.1° 189.5
May 22°C / 72°F 14.8° / 29.9° 58.7
Jun 22.1°C / 72°F 13.4° / 31.2° 4.8
Jul 22.9°C / 73°F 13.2° / 32.2° 2.3
Aug 24.6°C / 76°F 15° / 34° 28.7
Sep 25.4°C / 78°F 16.2° / 34.4° 81.3
Oct 24.9°C / 77°F 16.5° / 34.6° 134.2
Nov 23.2°C / 74°F 16.5° / 32.9° 357.7
Dec 22.1°C / 72°F 16.3° / 28.5° 275.5
Ngudu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 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 35.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,088 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average73.5°F
36% above Tanzania avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,088 ft (1,246 m)
Area1,733.3 sq mi (4,489.3 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates-2.9667°N, 33.3333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"
7% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 5.91"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 31, 2021.

May 18, 2002 25 km ENE of Malya, Tanzania M5.5 45 km
May 29, 2002 17 km NE of Nyalikungu, Tanzania M4.9 64 km
Sep 3, 1993 Lake Victoria region, Tanzania M4.9 140 km
Aug 31, 2021 33 km NNE of Masumbwe, Tanzania M4.8 122 km
Mar 24, 2018 32 km NE of Masumbwe, Tanzania M4.7 117 km
Apr 24, 2020 31 km NNE of Masumbwe, Tanzania M4.4 121 km
May 25, 2017 22 km WSW of Misasi, Tanzania M4.4 50 km
Jul 31, 2002 21 km N of Igurubi, Tanzania M4.2 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in
February 74°F (23°C) 4.1 in
March 74°F (23°C) 5.2 in
April 73°F (23°C) 5.9 in Wettest
May 73°F (23°C) 2.5 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
September 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in
October 76°F (25°C) 2.2 in Warmest
November 74°F (24°C) 5.4 in
December 73°F (23°C) 4.9 in

Ngudu has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 71°F in July to 76°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Ngudu

29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kinamweli Primary School - - - -
Ngugu Secondary School - - - -
NG'HUNDI SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
IGONGWA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Mwabagole Primary School - - - -
Budula Primary School - - - -
Gatuli Primary School - - - -
Hillu Primary School - - - -
Igoma Primary School - - - -
Ilumba Primary School - - - -
Isagala Primary School - - - -
Jogilo Primary School - - - -
Kakora Primary School - - - -
Kiligu Primary School - - - -
Kilyaboya Primary School - - - -
Ngumo Primary School - - - -
Mahiga Primary School - - - -
Manguluma Primary School - - - -
Mwabagole Primary School - - - -
Mwadubi Primary School - - - -
Mwang'halanga Primary School - - - -
Ngudulugulu Primary School - - - -
Ngumo Primary School - - - -
Nkunguru Primary School - - - -
Shigumhulo Primary School - - - -
Shilanona Primary School - - - -
Solwe Primary School - - - -
Welamasonga Primary School - - - -
Budula Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ngudu

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Heaven Radio gospel MP3

Farmers Markets in Ngudu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Open Market-Monday

Clinics in Ngudu

13 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gereza Ngudu
Gereza Ngudu Dispensary
Ilumba Dispensary
Jojiro Dispensary
Kigongo
Mwang'halanga
Ngumo
Ngumo Health Centre
Ntulya
Nyamilama Health Centre
Panorama
Solwe Dispensary
Walla Dispensary

Train Stations in Ngudu

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bukwimba

Airports Near Ngudu

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mwanza International AirportMWZLarge Airport
Alliance Airstrip-Small Airport
Maswa Airstrip-Small Airport
Mwadui AirportMWNSmall Airport
Shinyanga AirportSHYSmall 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 Ngudu

What is the population of Ngudu?

Ngudu has a population of 32,446 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 1,733.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ngudu?

Ngudu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches.

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