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Penhalonga, Zimbabwe
Manicaland · Zimbabwe
Penhalonga is a small city in Manicaland, Zimbabwe with a population of 7,681. Elevation: 4,475 ft (1,364 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Penhalonga
Penhalonga is mining village in Mutasa District of Manicaland Province, Zimbabwe, located 18 km north of Mutare in a valley where the Tsambe and Imbeza Rivers meet the Mutare River. According to the 1982 Population Census, the village had a population of 4,477. Ancient gold workings have been found in the area. In 1895 the Penhalonga Mine opened and the village grew around the gold mine. The name is derived from the shona word Panoronga meaning "the place that shines". The origin is often confused with the Portuguese words "Penha" which means "rocky mountain" and "longa" meaning long. While the old Penhalonga mine closed in 1943, a new mine, the Rezende Mine, opened in 1999. Bauxite clay, which is also mined in the area, supplies most of Zimbabwe's pottery industry. The village is the residential and commercial centre for the mine and the surrounding area of forestry, dairy and mixed farming.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,681 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,475 ft (1,364 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.8911°, 32.6978° |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
| Country | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe |
| State / Province | Manicaland |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.7 inches (907 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Penhalonga
Penhalonga is a small city in Zimbabwe (Manicaland) with a population of 7,681. The city sits at an elevation of 4,475 feet (1,364 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Harare.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above Zimbabwe avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,475 ft (1,364 m) |
| Area | 1,527.3 sq mi (3,955.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -18.8911°N, 32.6978°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 7.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 71°F (21°C) | 6.8 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 7.4 in |
Penhalonga has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 57°F in July to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.6") and July the driest (0.3").
Schools in Penhalonga
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Augustines Tsambe Mission High School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Penhalonga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dangamvura | ||||
| Dangamvura | ||||
| Rock art | ||||
| The Mutare Museum | ||||
| The Mutare Museum |
Libraries in Penhalonga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turner Memorial | 0.0 | |||||
| Turner Memorial | 0.0 |
Bus Stations in Penhalonga
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Penhalonga
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Penhalonga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Penhalonga
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chimoio Airport | VPY | Medium Airport |
| Aberdeen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Reef Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Honde Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mutare Airport | UTA | Small Airport |
| Rusape South Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sussundenga Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Penhalonga
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Saude de Machipanda | ||
| Zimbambe National Family Planning Council |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Zimbabwe
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Penhalonga?
Penhalonga has a population of 7,681 residents and is located in Zimbabwe. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,527.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Penhalonga?
Penhalonga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches.