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Nkoaranga, Tanzania
Arusha · Tanzania
Nkoaranga is a small city in Arusha, Tanzania with a population of 14,738. Elevation: 4,183 ft (1,275 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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About Nkoaranga
Nkoaranga is an administrative ward in the Meru District of the Arusha Region of Tanzania. the ward is home to part of the Arusha National Park, Nkoaranga Hospital and the Ngaresero Lodge. According to the 2002 census, the ward has a total population of 13,338.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,738 |
| Population Density | 3,268 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,183 ft (1,275 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.3339°, 36.8489° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Arusha |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.1 inches (740 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nkoaranga
Nkoaranga is a small city in Tanzania (Arusha) with a population of 14,738. The city sits at an elevation of 4,183 feet (1,275 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Nkoaranga
Nkoaranga 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 834 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.0°F |
| 39% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,183 ft (1,275 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,268/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.3339°N, 36.8489°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Meru (14 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Meru | Stratovolcano | 4,565 m (14,977 ft) | 1910 | 14 km |
| Lengai, Ol Doinyo | Stratovolcano | 2,962 m (9,718 ft) | 2020 | 122 km |
| Chyulu Hills | Volcanic field | 2,188 m (7,178 ft) | 1855 | 136 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 2.7 in |
Nkoaranga has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 67°F in August to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (9.5") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Nkoaranga
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lerai Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tanzania Adventist Secondary School-TASS | — | — | — | — |
| Tanzania Adventist Primary School-TAPS | — | — | — | — |
| Meru Peak Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ilanga Seminary Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Jude Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Imbasen Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kilinga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiwawa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ngolika Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Malala Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ngongongare Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ngurudoto Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ngyani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nkoanekoli Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sangananu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Songoro Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Nkoaranga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arusha Declaration Museum | ||||
| Cultural Heritage Museum | ||||
| German Boma | ||||
| Natural History National Museum | ||||
| Natural History National Museum (hominids aisle) |
Libraries in Nkoaranga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arusha Library | 0.0 | |||||
| IAA library | 0.0 | |||||
| IAA library | 0.0 | |||||
| IAA LIBRARY | 0.0 | |||||
| IAA LIBRARY | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tanzania Conservation Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Tanzania Conservation Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| TCDC Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nkoaranga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arusha City Great Market | |||||
| Fruit Market | |||||
| Kilombero East Market | |||||
| Kilombero Produce Market | |||||
| Samunge Market | |||||
| Sanawari Market | |||||
| Sanya Market | |||||
| SOKO MJINGA | |||||
| Tengeru market |
Hotels in Nkoaranga
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nkoaranga
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nkoaranga
6 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Nkoaranga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twiga Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Nkoaranga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nkoaranga
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kilimanjaro International Airport | JRO | Large Airport |
| Amboseli Airport | ASV | Medium Airport |
| Arusha Airport | ARK | Medium Airport |
| Kimana Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kitumbeine Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Merugoi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Moshi Airport | QSI | Small Airport |
| Mountain Side Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oloitoktok Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tawi Lodge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tortilis Camp Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| TPC Airport | — | Small Airport |
| West Kilimanjaro Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Nkoaranga
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| The Plaster House |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nkoaranga
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mosque |
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What is the population of Nkoaranga?
Nkoaranga has a population of 14,738 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 3,268 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nkoaranga?
Nkoaranga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.1 inches.