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Nyakahanga, Tanzania
Kagera · Tanzania
Nyakahanga is a small city in Kagera, Tanzania with a population of 14,611. Elevation: 5,453 ft (1,662 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 14,611 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,453 ft (1,662 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.6033°, 31.1414° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Kagera |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.5 inches (1,004 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nyakahanga
Nyakahanga is a small city in Tanzania (Kagera) with a population of 14,611. The city sits at an elevation of 5,453 feet (1,662 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Nyakahanga
Nyakahanga has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Sep (22.2°C), the coldest is Jun (20.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1268 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.4°F |
| 25% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,453 ft (1,662 m) |
| Area | 1,952.2 sq mi (5,056.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.6033°N, 31.1414°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Muhavura (165 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
| Visoke | Stratovolcano | 3,696 m (12,126 ft) | 1957 | 185 km |
| Karisimbi | Stratovolcano | 4,490 m (14,731 ft) | -8050 | 188 km |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 3.9 in |
Nyakahanga has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 67°F in June to 68°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.1") and July the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Nyakahanga
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karaduce | College | — | — |
| Karaduce college | College | — | — |
| Karagwe District vocational training center (KDVTC) | College | — | — |
| Karagwe University College | College | — | — |
| Kayanga Vocational Training Center | College | — | — |
Schools in Nyakahanga
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rwandaro primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Katoke seminary | — | — | — | — |
| Nyakahanga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bisheshe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kalele Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Omurusimbi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lukale Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mato Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kashambi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rwandaro Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Omukishema Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Nyakahanga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kakilo market | |||||
| Kayanga market |
Restaurants in Nyakahanga
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Nyakahanga
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Nyakahanga
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nyakahanga
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bukoba Airport | BKZ | Small Airport |
| Ibanda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ihanda Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kagera Sugar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Milambi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mutukula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rubondo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nyakahanga
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapel | |
| Chapel |
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What is the population of Nyakahanga?
Nyakahanga has a population of 14,611 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 1,952.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nyakahanga?
Nyakahanga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.5 inches.