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Old Shinyanga, Tanzania
Shinyanga · Tanzania
Old Shinyanga is a small city in Shinyanga, Tanzania with a population of 23,747. Elevation: 3,862 ft (1,177 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 23,747 |
| Population Density | 75 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,862 ft (1,177 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.5500°, 33.4000° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Shinyanga |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.5 inches (801 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Old Shinyanga
Old Shinyanga is a small city in Tanzania (Shinyanga) with a population of 23,747. The city sits at an elevation of 3,862 feet (1,177 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Old Shinyanga
Old Shinyanga has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is Oct (25.7°C), the coldest is Jun (21°C). Average annual precipitation is 1511 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.8°F |
| 39% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,862 ft (1,177 m) |
| Area | 317.8 sq mi (823.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 75/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.5500°N, 33.4000°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 74°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 5.4 in |
Old Shinyanga has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 72°F in July to 79°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Old Shinyanga
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| St John Bible College Shinyanga Diocese | College | — | — |
Schools in Old Shinyanga
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chibe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| OLD SHINYANGA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| PANDAGICHIZA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Shilabela Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bulambila Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ng'walukwa A Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ng'hama Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ng'wamadinha Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pandagichiza Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ng'walukwa B Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| PANDAGICHIZA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Mwamagulya Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ng'wihando Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Old shinyanga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Twende Pamoja Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ujamaa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Busangwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ng'wajipugila Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| OLD SHINYANGA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Old Shinyanga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maktaba ya mkoa wa shinyanga | 0.0 | |||||
| religion library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Old Shinyanga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| lubaga market | |||||
| Nguzo Nane Market | |||||
| Shinyanga main market |
Clinics in Old Shinyanga
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Old Shinyanga
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Old Shinyanga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Old Shinyanga
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Pride Mines Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kahama Airstrip | KBH | Small Airport |
| Maswa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mwadui Airport | MWN | Small Airport |
| Shinyanga Airport | SHY | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Old Shinyanga?
Old Shinyanga has a population of 23,747 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 75 people per square mile, spread across 317.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Old Shinyanga?
Old Shinyanga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches.