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Rujewa, Tanzania
Mbeya · Tanzania
Rujewa is a mid-size city in Mbeya, Tanzania with a population of 42,013. Elevation: 3,537 ft (1,078 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
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About Rujewa
Rujewa is an administrative ward in the Mbarali district of the Mbeya Region of Tanzania. In 2016 the Tanzania National Bureau of Statistics report there were 32,483 people in the ward, from 29,473 in 2012.
People
Climate
| Population | 42,013 |
| Population Density | 600 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,537 ft (1,078 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.7000°, 34.3833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Mbeya |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.7 inches (804 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rujewa
Rujewa is a mid-size city in Tanzania (Mbeya) with a population of 42,013. The city sits at an elevation of 3,537 feet (1,078 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Rujewa
Rujewa has an average annual temperature of 22.7°C (73°F). The hottest month is Nov (26.3°C), the coldest is Jun (19.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1260 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.8°F |
| 31% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,537 ft (1,078 m) |
| Area | 70.0 sq mi (181.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 600/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.7000°N, 34.3833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kyejo (88 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kyejo | Stratovolcano | 2,176 m (7,139 ft) | 1800 | 88 km |
| Rungwe | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 1250 | 92 km |
| Ngozi | Caldera | 2,614 m (8,576 ft) | 1450 | 97 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 6.2 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 6.2 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 6.7 in |
Rujewa has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 67°F in July to 75°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.9") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Rujewa
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kanioga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| MAWINDI SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| RUJEWA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Ibara Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Igawa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Igomelo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ihanga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ikanutwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Isisi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Isnura Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mbarali English Medium Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lyahamile Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mabambila Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Manienga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mawindi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mlomboji Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mogelo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyakunga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rujewa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Uhamila Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Clinics in Rujewa
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Rujewa
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Rujewa
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kibidula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mbarali Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Njombe Airport | JOM | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rujewa
What is the population of Rujewa?
Rujewa has a population of 42,013 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 600 people per square mile, spread across 70.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rujewa?
Rujewa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.