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Shanwa, Tanzania

Simiyu · Tanzania

Shanwa is a small city in Simiyu, Tanzania with a population of 28,000. Elevation: 4,403 ft (1,342 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

28,000 Population 15/sq mi density
4,403 ft Elevation 1,342 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
32.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Shanwa

Nyalikungu is a locality in Maswa District, Simiyu Region, Tanzania. It is inhabited by the Sukuma people.It serves as the administrative center for the district and is predominantly inhabited by the Sukuma people.

People

Population28,000
Density15/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation4,403 ft (1,342 m)
Population28,000
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation4,403 ft (1,342 m)
Coordinates-3.1667°, 33.7667°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceSimiyu
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation32.8 inches (833 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Shanwa

Shanwa is a small city in Tanzania (Simiyu) with a population of 28,000. The city sits at an elevation of 4,403 feet (1,342 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Shanwa

Shanwa has an average annual temperature of 22.7°C (73°F). The hottest month is Oct (25°C), the coldest is Jan (21.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1505 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.3°C / 70°F 15.3° / 29.2° 204.2
Feb 22°C / 72°F 15.5° / 30.2° 117.0
Mar 22.5°C / 72°F 15.4° / 31.7° 144.8
Apr 22.1°C / 72°F 15.4° / 30.2° 175.6
May 21.9°C / 71°F 14.4° / 30.6° 54.9
Jun 21.9°C / 71°F 13.4° / 31.2° 9.0
Jul 22.6°C / 73°F 13° / 32.2° 2.8
Aug 24.1°C / 75°F 14.4° / 33.8° 24.8
Sep 24.9°C / 77°F 15.6° / 34.2° 43.6
Oct 25°C / 77°F 16° / 35.4° 101.1
Nov 23.1°C / 74°F 16° / 33.7° 351.3
Dec 21.7°C / 71°F 15.4° / 29.1° 276.2
Shanwa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 276 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 32.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,403 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average73.0°F
35% above Tanzania avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,403 ft (1,342 m)
Area1,815.1 sq mi (4,701.0 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates-3.1667°N, 33.7667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.8"
14% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.47"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.6 on Jan 20, 2023.

May 18, 2002 25 km ENE of Malya, Tanzania M5.5 29 km
Feb 3, 2009 58 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 145 km
Feb 16, 2009 53 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 148 km
May 29, 2002 17 km NE of Nyalikungu, Tanzania M4.9 18 km
Sep 3, 1993 Lake Victoria region, Tanzania M4.9 98 km
Sep 20, 2011 11 km W of Kiomboi, Tanzania M4.8 135 km
Oct 7, 2009 55 km NE of Kiomboi, Tanzania M4.7 142 km
Jan 20, 2023 30 km N of Kiomboi, Tanzania M4.6 112 km
Oct 26, 2009 Lake Victoria region, Tanzania M4.6 131 km
Oct 6, 2009 47 km NE of Kiomboi, Tanzania M4.5 142 km
May 25, 2017 22 km WSW of Misasi, Tanzania M4.4 99 km
Jul 31, 2002 21 km N of Igurubi, Tanzania M4.2 71 km
Jul 30, 2009 55 km NW of Basotu, Tanzania M4.2 145 km
Oct 11, 2009 Lake Victoria region, Tanzania M4.1 136 km
Oct 29, 2009 60 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M4.1 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in
February 73°F (23°C) 4.4 in
March 73°F (23°C) 5.5 in Wettest
April 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in
May 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
September 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in
October 76°F (25°C) 1.3 in Warmest
November 74°F (23°C) 4.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 5.2 in

Shanwa has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 70°F in July to 76°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.5") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Shanwa

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Budekwa shule ya msing
Buchambi secondary school
Sayusayu Primary School
Nyanguganwa Primary School
Ngongwa Primary School
Ngaya Primary School
Kinamwigulu Primary School
Isulilo Primary School
Buyubi Primary School
Busamuda Primary School
KINAMWIGULU SECONDARY SCHOOL
Nyalikungu Secondary School
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Farmers Markets in Shanwa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Majengo makert
Majengo market
Maswa kiwanda cha chaki
Maswa soko kuu la mahindi
Maswa soko la mahindi
Mundani maswa
Soko kuu maswa
Sokoni maswa

Cafes in Shanwa

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mgahawa
Mgahawa

Clinics in Shanwa

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dodoma Dispensary
Kinamwiguru Dispensary

Bus Stations in Shanwa

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kasodefo
Stendi mpya

Banks in Shanwa

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bar
Heli Lodge

Stadiums & Teams in Shanwa

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Airports Near Shanwa

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alliance AirstripSmall Airport
Buturi AirportSmall Airport
Mamarehe AirportSmall Airport
Maswa AirstripSmall Airport
Mwadui AirportMWNSmall Airport
Shinyanga AirportSHYSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shanwa

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kanisani
Omega Churc
SDA Church Majengo Maswa

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam

🇹🇿 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 Shanwa

What is the population of Shanwa?

Shanwa has a population of 28,000 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 1,815.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shanwa?

Shanwa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches.

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