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Nzega, Tanzania
Tabora · Tanzania
Nzega is a large city in Tabora, Tanzania with a population of 125,193. Elevation: 4,072 ft (1,241 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
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About Nzega
Nzega is a city in central Tanzania. It is the district headquarter of Nzega District.
People
Climate
| Population | 125,193 |
| Population Density | 414 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,072 ft (1,241 m) |
| Coordinates | -4.2167°, 33.1833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Tabora |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.1 inches (816 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nzega
Nzega is a large city in Tanzania (Tabora) with a population of 125,193. The city sits at an elevation of 4,072 feet (1,241 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 32.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Nzega
Nzega has an average annual temperature of 22.4°C (72°F). The hottest month is Oct (25.8°C), the coldest is Jun (20.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1363 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.5°F |
| 36% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,072 ft (1,241 m) |
| Area | 302.2 sq mi (782.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 414/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -4.2167°N, 33.1833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Igwisi Hills (158 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Igwisi Hills | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,146 m (3,760 ft) | -10450 | 158 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 71°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
Nzega has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 71°F in July to 78°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.1") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Nzega
33 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Igilali Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maendeleo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kitongo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kitengwe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kitangili Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Itilo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ipilili Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ikulu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ijanija Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Makomelo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Idala Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Butandula Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bugegelema Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Shila Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kagongwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Iyombo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| UNDOMO SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Queen of Peace secondary school | — | — | — | — |
| Maporomoko Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mbogwe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ndoba Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyasa I Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyasa II Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Silimuka Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tazengwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Uchama Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Undomo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ushirika Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Utemini Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bulunde Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Uchama secondary school | — | — | — | — |
| Nzega Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tabora Institute | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Nzega
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| market |
Hotels in Nzega
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nzega
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nzega
6 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nzega
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nzega
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nzega
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Nzega
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nzega
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Pride Mines Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kahama Airstrip | KBH | Small Airport |
| Mwadui Airport | MWN | Small Airport |
| Nkinga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shinyanga Airport | SHY | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Nzega
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
🇹🇿 About Tanzania
Frequently Asked Questions About Nzega
What is the population of Nzega?
Nzega has a population of 125,193 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 414 people per square mile, spread across 302.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nzega?
Nzega 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 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.1 inches.