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Shelui, Tanzania
Singida · Tanzania
Shelui is a small city in Singida, Tanzania with a population of 24,817. Elevation: 3,579 ft (1,091 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 24,817 |
| Population Density | 459 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,579 ft (1,091 m) |
| Coordinates | -4.3667°, 34.2000° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Singida |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.9 inches (735 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Shelui
Shelui is a small city in Tanzania (Singida) with a population of 24,817. The city sits at an elevation of 3,579 feet (1,091 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 28.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Shelui
Shelui has an average annual temperature of 21.7°C (71°F). The hottest month is Oct (24.5°C), the coldest is Jul (19.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1229 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.0°F |
| 35% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 283 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,579 ft (1,091 m) |
| Area | 54.1 sq mi (140.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 459/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -4.3667°N, 34.2000°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 5.0 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
Shelui has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 70°F in July to 76°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 28.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Shelui
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mgongo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| MTOA SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Shelui Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| MGONGO SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Ikaranga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kibigiri Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kibululu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kinkungu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Knzonzo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Masagi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| MGONGO SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Mseko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nkyala Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nselembwe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Desderius Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shelui Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tintigulu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tyeme Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wembere Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mseko primary school | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Shelui
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shelui
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Shelui
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kirondatal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nkinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Singida Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shelui
What is the population of Shelui?
Shelui has a population of 24,817 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 459 people per square mile, spread across 54.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shelui?
Shelui 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 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.9 inches.