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Ruaha, Tanzania

Morogoro · Tanzania

Ruaha is a small city in Morogoro, Tanzania with a population of 24,000. Elevation: 958 ft (292 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

24,000 Population 4/sq mi density
958 ft Elevation 292 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
53.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Ruaha

Kidatu is a town in central Tanzania, located in Kilombero District, Morogoro Region. The local population is about 3,300. The primary economic activity is the large Illovo sugar cane plantation and factory which produces 130,000 tonnes of sugar per year.

People

Population24,000
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Population24,000
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Coordinates-7.6569°, 36.9830°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceMorogoro
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation53.2 inches (1,351 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ruaha

Ruaha is a small city in Tanzania (Morogoro) with a population of 24,000. The city sits at an elevation of 958 feet (292 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Ruaha

Ruaha has an average annual temperature of 22.6°C (73°F). The hottest month is Nov (25.3°C), the coldest is Jun (19.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1283 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.4°C / 74°F 18.7° / 31.1° 231.6
Feb 23.3°C / 74°F 18.7° / 30.1° 217.7
Mar 23.2°C / 74°F 18.1° / 29.6° 199.4
Apr 22.1°C / 72°F 17.1° / 28.1° 179.7
May 20.6°C / 69°F 14.3° / 27.2° 88.5
Jun 19.7°C / 67°F 12.1° / 26.9° 17.0
Jul 20°C / 68°F 12.1° / 27.9° 39.7
Aug 21.3°C / 70°F 13.9° / 30.1° 32.3
Sep 23.4°C / 74°F 15.5° / 32.5° 4.1
Oct 24.8°C / 77°F 17.1° / 34.6° 41.4
Nov 25.3°C / 77°F 18.2° / 34.5° 81.5
Dec 24.6°C / 76°F 18.5° / 33.2° 149.8
Ruaha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 958 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average71.9°F
33% above Tanzania avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Area5,763.8 sq mi (14,928.3 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-7.6569°N, 36.9830°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.2"
40% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 11.22"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 15, 2023.

Mar 19, 2017 Tanzania M4.9 144 km
Jan 19, 2008 19 km SSE of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.8 87 km
Mar 3, 2018 52 km ESE of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.7 127 km
Oct 26, 2009 31 km NNE of Ilula, Tanzania M4.5 96 km
May 23, 2012 24 km NNE of Izazi, Tanzania M4.4 146 km
Jan 15, 2012 18 km WNW of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.4 67 km
Jul 15, 2023 67 km SSE of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.3 121 km
Feb 2, 2020 86 km S of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.2 99 km
Jul 30, 2014 45 km NE of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.2 126 km
Aug 27, 2009 34 km ENE of Kisanga, Tanzania M3.9 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 7.3 in
February 74°F (24°C) 6.8 in
March 74°F (23°C) 10.2 in
April 73°F (23°C) 11.2 in Wettest
May 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
June 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
July 67°F (19°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 71°F (21°C) 0.6 in
October 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in
November 75°F (24°C) 4.2 in
December 75°F (24°C) 6.4 in Warmest

Ruaha has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 67°F in July to 75°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 53.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (11.2") and August the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Ruaha

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Malecela Secondary School - - - -
. Kilombero Primary School - - - -
Muungano Primary School - - - -
Ujirani Primary School - - - -
RUAHA B Primary School - - - -
Ruaha A Primary School - - - -
MAPINDUZI Primary School - - - -
Lyahira Primary School - - - -
Kitete Msindazi Primary School - - - -
Lyahira Primary School - - - -
Kantui primary school - - - -
Kidodi Secondary School - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Ruaha

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Michungwani
Soko La Machinga

Clinics in Ruaha

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kilombero Sugar Health Centre

Gas Stations in Ruaha

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TZ #10790524037
TZ #10790524038

Banks in Ruaha

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CRDB Bank
NMB Bank

Airports Near Ruaha

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Boma Ulanga Airstrip-Small Airport
Ifakara Airport-Small Airport
Kilombero Airport-Small Airport
Maboxi Airport-Small Airport
Mikumi Airport-Small Airport
Sumbazi Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ruaha

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
masjid K2

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation
294 m (965 ft)

🇹🇿 About Tanzania

Capital Dodoma
Population 56,318,348
Area 945,087 km²
GDP (USD) $79,030,935,627
GDP per capita $1,224
HDI 0.532
Life expectancy 67.0 years
Internet users 29.1%
Urban population 35.5%
Currency TZS (Shilling)
Languages English, Swahili
Calling code +255
TLD .tz
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ruaha

What is the population of Ruaha?

Ruaha has a population of 24,000 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 5,763.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ruaha?

Ruaha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches.

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