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Same, Tanzania

Kilimanjaro · Tanzania

Same is a mid-size city in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania with a population of 34,322. Elevation: 2,844 ft (867 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

34,322 Population 14/sq mi density
2,844 ft Elevation 867 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
30.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Same

Same is a town in northern Tanzania near the border with Kenya. In 2012, it had 25,794 inhabitants. Nearby there is the Mkomazi National Park. Same is the district capital of Same District.

People

Population34,322
Density14/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain30.4 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation2,844 ft (867 m)
Population34,322
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation2,844 ft (867 m)
Coordinates-4.0667°, 37.7333°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceKilimanjaro
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation30.4 inches (771 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Same

Same is a mid-size city in Tanzania (Kilimanjaro) with a population of 34,322. The city sits at an elevation of 2,844 feet (867 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Same

Same has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 594 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 59.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 48.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 72.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 125.7
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 76.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 11.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 4.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 11.3
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 17.1
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 34.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 59.4
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 74.0
Same has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 281 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 30.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,844 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average72.2°F
34% above Tanzania avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,844 ft (867 m)
Area2,415.5 sq mi (6,256.1 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates-4.0667°N, 37.7333°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.4"
20% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 5.24"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 2, 2022.

Dec 8, 1995 53 km NNW of Mlalo, Tanzania M5.0 126 km
Mar 13, 2020 20 km N of Maramba, Tanzania M4.9 130 km
Aug 20, 2019 7 km WSW of Naberera, Tanzania M4.8 97 km
Mar 24, 2019 41 km S of Mtito Andei, Kenya M4.7 121 km
Apr 2, 2022 8 km NNE of Kwakoa, Tanzania M4.2 41 km
Jan 1, 1991 29 km NW of Wundanyi, Kenya M4.2 108 km
Feb 7, 2019 7 km NE of Moshi, Tanzania M3.7 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Meru (142 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Meru Stratovolcano 4,565 m (14,977 ft) 1910 142 km
Chyulu Hills Volcanic field 2,188 m (7,178 ft) 1855 155 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 2.6 in
February 76°F (24°C) 2.8 in
March 76°F (24°C) 4.9 in Warmest
April 74°F (23°C) 5.2 in Wettest
May 70°F (21°C) 2.8 in
June 69°F (20°C) 0.9 in
July 67°F (19°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
October 73°F (23°C) 1.4 in
November 74°F (23°C) 3.7 in
December 75°F (24°C) 4.7 in

Same has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 67°F in July to 76°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (0.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Same

Institution Type Founded Website
Same fdc College - ,

Schools in Same

29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Majevu Primary School - - - -
Asis primary school boundary - - - -
kandoto girls science secondary school areas - - - -
Kibacha Secondary School - - - -
Mother Kevin Primary School - - - -
Masandare Primary School - - - -
Tumaini jema secondary school - - - -
Mother Calvin school - - - -
Kwa Koko secondary - - - -
St Joachim boys secondary school - - - -
St Joachim boys secondary school - - - -
Asis Primary School - - - -
Masandare Primary School - - - -
Kavambughu Primary School - - - -
Majengo Primary School - - - -
Kandoto girls science secondary school - - - -
Kisima Primary School - - - -
Minyala Primary School - - - -
Sabasaba Primary School - - - -
Vumari Primary School - - - -
Kitamuri Primary School - - - -
Kiwanja Primary School - - - -
Same Primary School - - - -
Njoro Primary School - - - -
Ishinde Primary School - - - -
Kishaa Primary School - - - -
Kwakoko hill primary school - - - -
Joyland secondary school - - - -
Mother Calvin center - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Same

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kwasakwasa Sunday market

Hotels in Same

8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Babu’s Camp
Grace Villa
Johnson's Villas
kindoroko
Mkomazi View Camp
Mkomazi Wilderness Retreat
Same hostels
Savannah Lodge

Restaurants in Same

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

padeco safari grill

Clinics in Same

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dispansary
Tumaini Health Centre
Vumari Dispensary

Train Stations in Same

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Same

Bus Stations in Same

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

same bus station

Gas Stations in Same

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kituma oil
Lake Oil
Njake
Oilcom
PANONE
Total petrol station

Banks in Same

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CRDB
Crdb bank
Mwanga bank
nmb

Airports Near Same

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kilimanjaro International AirportJROLarge Airport
Lake Jipe Airport-Small Airport
Lolmorijoi Airport-Small Airport
Maktau Gate Airport-Small Airport
Mkomazi-Kisima Airport-Small Airport
Moshi AirportQSISmall Airport
Mwatate Airport-Small Airport
Same Airport-Small Airport
Taita Hills Airport-Small Airport
Taveta Airport-Small Airport
TPC Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Same

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church
Church
Kanisa la sabato
Kkkt church kwakoko

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation
897 m (2,943 ft)
Postal Code
25601
Twinned With
Tilburg

🇹🇿 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 Same

What is the population of Same?

Same has a population of 34,322 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 2,415.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Same?

Same has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.4 inches.

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