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Singida, Tanzania

Singida · Tanzania

Singida is a large city in Singida, Tanzania with a population of 232,459. Elevation: 4,948 ft (1,508 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

232,459 Population 733/sq mi density
4,948 ft Elevation 1,508 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
26.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Singida

Singida

Singida is a city in central Tanzania. The city is the location of the regional headquarters of Singida Region as well as the district headquarters of Singida Urban District. The region and district are named after the city.

People

Population232,459
Density733/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation4,948 ft (1,508 m)
Population232,459
Population Density733 / sq mi
Elevation4,948 ft (1,508 m)
Coordinates-4.8163°, 34.7436°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceSingida
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation26.5 inches (672 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Singida

Singida is a large city in Tanzania (Singida) with a population of 232,459. The city sits at an elevation of 4,948 feet (1,508 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Singida

Singida has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C (69°F). The hottest month is Oct (22.6°C), the coldest is Jul (17.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1321 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.7°C / 69°F 14.9° / 29.1° 265.9
Feb 20.7°C / 69°F 14.5° / 28.2° 212.4
Mar 20.7°C / 69°F 14.6° / 28.3° 173.2
Apr 20.1°C / 68°F 14.2° / 27.1° 135.7
May 19.2°C / 67°F 12.5° / 26.6° 40.6
Jun 17.9°C / 64°F 10.2° / 26.3° 10.3
Jul 17.6°C / 64°F 8.9° / 26.6° 12.2
Aug 19.1°C / 66°F 10.1° / 29.2° 30.0
Sep 21.2°C / 70°F 12.3° / 31.1° 9.1
Oct 22.6°C / 73°F 13.4° / 32.5° 35.7
Nov 22.5°C / 73°F 15.2° / 31.9° 164.4
Dec 21.5°C / 71°F 15.2° / 29.7° 231.7
Singida enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 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 26.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,948 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above Tanzania avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,948 ft (1,508 m)
Area317.4 sq mi (821.9 km²)
Population Density733/sq mi
Coordinates-4.8163°N, 34.7436°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.5"
30% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.55"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

146 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 8, 2025.

Aug 8, 2023 39 km SSE of Ikungi, Tanzania M5.5 73 km
Apr 11, 1993 11 km E of Mbulu, Tanzania M5.3 147 km
Dec 20, 1996 43 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.2 131 km
Sep 5, 2023 37 km SSE of Ikungi, Tanzania M5.1 72 km
Apr 8, 2010 23 km NNE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 87 km
Feb 3, 2009 58 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.1 103 km
Jul 23, 1993 19 km SE of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.1 131 km
Aug 8, 2025 24 km E of Mungaa, Tanzania M5.0 44 km
Feb 16, 2009 53 km NNW of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 97 km
Feb 17, 2023 30 km N of Kintinku, Tanzania M5.0 103 km
Jul 23, 1993 62 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.0 136 km
Apr 26, 2010 60 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M5.0 143 km
Jul 9, 2025 18 km SSE of Basotu, Tanzania M5.0 53 km
Sep 3, 1993 Lake Victoria region, Tanzania M4.9 119 km
Apr 14, 2023 26 km SE of Ikungi, Tanzania M4.9 59 km
Apr 15, 2011 3 km SSW of Babati, Tanzania M4.9 127 km
Feb 16, 2023 43 km N of Kilimatinde, Tanzania M4.9 77 km
Jan 20, 2009 57 km S of Kondoa, Tanzania M4.9 129 km
Sep 20, 2011 11 km W of Kiomboi, Tanzania M4.8 80 km
Dec 21, 1996 43 km SW of Kondoa, Tanzania M4.8 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 5.6 in Wettest
February 70°F (21°C) 4.4 in
March 70°F (21°C) 4.9 in
April 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in
May 67°F (20°C) 0.6 in
June 65°F (19°C) 0.0 in
July 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
September 69°F (20°C) 0.1 in
October 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
November 71°F (22°C) 2.1 in Warmest
December 71°F (22°C) 5.3 in

Singida has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 64°F in July to 71°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Singida

Institution Type Founded Website
Institute of Accountancy Singida College - ,
Lake college College - ,
Public Services University College - ,
singida VTC College - ,
Tanzania Institute of Accountancy College - ,

Schools in Singida

112+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
MANDEWA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
UNYAMBWA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
MWANKOKO SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Albeti primary school - - - -
Upendo School - - - -
Mtipa primary school - - - -
Mtipa secondary school - - - -
Mwenge Secondary School - - - -
Mlakia Catholic school and orphanage - - - -
Dr. Salmin Amor secondary school - - - -
Utemini Primary School - - - -
Unyinga Primary School - - - -
Unyianga Primary School - - - -
Unyankindi Primary School - - - -
Unyambwa Primary School - - - -
Unyakumi Primary School - - - -
Unyakhae Primary School - - - -
Ukombozi Primary School - - - -
Uhamaka Primary School - - - -
Tumaini viziwi Primary School - - - -
Sumaye Primary School - - - -
Somoku Primary School - - - -
singidani Primary School - - - -
Sabasaba Primary School - - - -
Nyerere Primary School - - - -
Ng'aida Primary School - - - -
Mwembe Moja Primary School - - - -
Mwaja Primary School - - - -
Mungumaji Primary School - - - -
Mughenyi Primary School - - - -
Mughanga Primary School - - - -
Mtipa Primary School - - - -
Mnung'una Primary School - - - -
Misuna Primary School - - - -
Minga Primary School - - - -
Manguanjuki Primary School - - - -
Manguampugh Primary School - - - -
Manguamitogho Primary School - - - -
Manga Primary School - - - -
Mahembe Primary School - - - -
Maemak Primary School - - - -
Maasai Primary School - - - -
Kititimo Primary School - - - -
kisasida Primary School - - - -
Kisaki Primary School - - - -
Kindai Primary School - - - -
kimpungua Primary School - - - -
Kihade Primary School - - - -
Kibaon Primary School - - - -
Ititi Primary School - - - -
Ipingi Primary School - - - -
Ipembe Primary School - - - -
Ghaat memorial Primary School - - - -
Bomani Primary School - - - -
Al-Furqaan Primary School - - - -
Albeti Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Unyianga Primary School - - - -
MANDEWA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
UNYAMBWA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
MWANKOKO SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
MANDEWA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Albeti primary school - - - -
Upendo School - - - -
Mtipa primary school - - - -
Mtipa secondary school - - - -
Mwenge Secondary School - - - -
Mlakia Catholic school and orphanage - - - -
Dr. Salmin Amor secondary school - - - -
Utemini Primary School - - - -
Unyinga Primary School - - - -
Unyianga Primary School - - - -
Unyankindi Primary School - - - -
Unyambwa Primary School - - - -
Unyakumi Primary School - - - -
Unyakhae Primary School - - - -
Ukombozi Primary School - - - -
Tumaini viziwi Primary School - - - -
Sumaye Primary School - - - -
Somoku Primary School - - - -
singidani Primary School - - - -
Sabasaba Primary School - - - -
Nyerere Primary School - - - -
Ng'aida Primary School - - - -
Mwembe Moja Primary School - - - -
Mwaja Primary School - - - -
Mungumaji Primary School - - - -
Mughenyi Primary School - - - -
Mughanga Primary School - - - -
Mtipa Primary School - - - -
Mnung'una Primary School - - - -
Misuna Primary School - - - -
Minga Primary School - - - -
Manguanjuki Primary School - - - -
Manguampugh Primary School - - - -
Manguamitogho Primary School - - - -
Mahembe Primary School - - - -
Maemak Primary School - - - -
Maasai Primary School - - - -
Kititimo Primary School - - - -
Kisaki Primary School - - - -
Kindai Primary School - - - -
kimpungua Primary School - - - -
Kibaon Primary School - - - -
Ipembe Primary School - - - -
Ghaat memorial Primary School - - - -
Bomani Primary School - - - -
Al-Furqaan Primary School - - - -
Albeti Primary School - - - -
Primary School - - - -
Unyianga Primary School - - - -
MANDEWA SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
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Radio Stations near Singida

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ImbaNasi - MP3

Libraries in Singida

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Regional Library (Maktaba Ya Mkoa)0.0
Regional Library (Maktaba Ya Mkoa)0.0

Farmers Markets in Singida

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fruit Market (Soko La Mtunda)
Main Market (Soko Kuu/Kubwa)

Hotels in Singida

18 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aqua Vitae Resort
Aqua vitae resort
Bus Hotel
Institute of Accountancy Singida
K. B. H. HOTEL
K.B.H. Hotel
Kashora Family Lodge
Los Angeles lodge
mbacho guesthouse
Meatu Guest House
Meatu Hotel
RAFIKI Resort
Regency Hotel & Resort
Shalom Lodge
Shamandi Hotel
Stanley hotel
Stanley Hotel
Vatican Lodge

Restaurants in Singida

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Maclaree Food Court
Sarafina Cafeteria
Stanley
Street Food

Cafes in Singida

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Massawe grosary
Mimi Coffee
Street food

Clinics in Singida

9 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

EAGT Dispensary(Dr.Mafwimbo)
Jerusalem sanitarium clinic
Medical Clinic
Misuna health labaratory
Mwankoko
Njirii
Tumaini Medical Clinic
TZ #10536604309
Upendo clinic

Dentists in Singida

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mzalendo dispensary
Singida Dental clinic

Train Stations in Singida

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Singida

Bus Stations in Singida

7 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dodoma
Main bus stand
Main Bus Terminal (Standi Kuu/Mpya)
Msufini Dala Dala Station
Old Bus Terminal (Standi Ya Zamani)
Singida bus station
Singida New Bus stand

Gas Stations in Singida

11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Camel Oil
Lake Oil
Lake Oil
Meru
MIHAN GAS STATION
Nassco
Oilcom
Oilcom
Oilcom
Oilcom
Tawaqal

Banks in Singida

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CRDB Bank
CRDB BANK
NBC Bank
NMB Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Singida

TeamLeagueDivision
Liti Stadium

Airports Near Singida

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birise Airport-Small Airport
Gorimba Airport-Small Airport
Haidom Airport-Small Airport
Handa Airport-Small Airport
Kirondatal Airport-Small Airport
Singida Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Singida

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Singida Posta
Singida Posta

Churches & Religious Organizations in Singida

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ahmad Mosque
Catholic Church
KKKT Sabasaba
KKKT Sabasaba
Mandewa Parish
Mandewa Parish
Mosque
Parokia ya kristo mfalme kibaoni

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Twinned With
Salzburg

Around Singida

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 43
Hospitals 4
Pharmacies 2
Restaurants 6
Cafes 3
Bars 5
Banks 4
Hotels 16
Libraries 1
Police Stations 2
Places of Worship 6

🇹🇿 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 Singida

What is the population of Singida?

Singida has a population of 232,459 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 733 people per square mile, spread across 317.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Singida?

Singida enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches.

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