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Sumbawanga, Tanzania
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Sumbawanga is a large city in Rukwa, Tanzania with a population of 303,986. Elevation: 6,014 ft (1,833 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Sumbawanga
Sumbawanga is a city located in western Tanzania. It is the capital of Rukwa Region and the municipal seat of Sumbawanga Urban District with postcode number 55100. The district had a population of approximately 303,986 based on the 2022 census. Sumbawanga lies in the territory of the Wafipa Fipa tribe and so many people speak Kifipa, as well as Kiswahili, the most widely used language of Tanzania. The name of the town literally translates as "throw away your witchcraft", thought to be a warning from local spiritual "healers" to any bringing in superstitions and practices relating to spiritual healers from other areas. Until the 1980s approximately, Sumbawanga was a place where many witch doctors were located. Though fewer in numbers, there are still some healers who practice both in town and in the surrounding smaller villages on the plateau. The town has the largest hospital in the region, Rukwa General Hospital, which is government funded, as well as the smaller Dr. Atiman Hospital administrated and run by the Catholic Diocese of Sumbawanga.
People
Climate
| Population | 303,986 |
| Population Density | 964 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,014 ft (1,833 m) |
| Coordinates | -7.9667°, 31.6167° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Rukwa |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.9 inches (936 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sumbawanga
Sumbawanga is a large city in Tanzania (Rukwa) with a population of 303,986. The city sits at an elevation of 6,014 feet (1,833 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Sumbawanga
Sumbawanga has an average annual temperature of 20.6°C (69°F). The hottest month is Oct (23.7°C), the coldest is Jul (17.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1582 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.6°F |
| 18% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 269 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,014 ft (1,833 m) |
| Area | 315.4 sq mi (816.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 964/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -7.9667°N, 31.6167°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 7.2 in | |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 6.4 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 6.9 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 7.3 in | Wettest |
Sumbawanga has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 59°F in June to 67°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.3") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Sumbawanga
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| St.maurus college | College | — | — |
Schools in Sumbawanga
59+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| kilimani maweni secondary school | — | — | — | — |
| Katusa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Katandala B Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Katandala A Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kasisiwe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kashai Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kantalamba Mazoezi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kanondo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kankwale Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jangwani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Izia Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Isesa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chemchem Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chanji Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Msua primary school d | — | — | — | — |
| Kawama Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mafulala Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St Mathias English Medium Pr School | — | — | — | — |
| OJAKI SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| MAFULALA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Mhama Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| SANTAKAGWA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| CHANJI SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| AFRICAN RAINBOW SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| KANDA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| ST THERESIA GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| MTIPE SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| NENO SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| KALANGASA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Chuo cha ufundi | — | — | — | — |
| Mlanda"B" Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lukewile Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tawheed Islamic sec.school | — | — | — | — |
| Wipanga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Utengule Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Senga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ntendo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ndua Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nambogo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwenge "B" Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwenge "A" Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mtimbwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Msua Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mponda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Momoka Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sumbawanga Teaching College | — | — | — | — |
| Mlanda "A" Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Milanzi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mbarika Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mapinduzi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Manzitiswe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Malangali Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Majengo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mafulala Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| M/mapya Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kizwite Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiwelu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| King'ombe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kilimahewa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sumbawanga
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Sumbawanga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jimbo katoliki sumbawanga | 0.0 | |||||
| School library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sumbawanga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitumba Clothes Market | |||||
| Soko Kuu |
Hotels in Sumbawanga
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sumbawanga
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sumbawanga
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Sumbawanga
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sumbawanga
9 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sumbawanga
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sumbawanga
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sumbawanga
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sumbawanga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Mandela Stadium |
Airports Near Sumbawanga
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kapenta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lukwati Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mlambala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sumbawanga Airport | SUT | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sumbawanga
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Sumbawanga Post Office | |
| Sumbawanga post office | |
| Sumbawanga Post Office | |
| Sumbawanga post office |
Treatment Centers in Sumbawanga
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Isesa Dispensary | ||
| Kanondo Dispensary | ||
| King'ombe Dispensary | ||
| Kizwite Dispensary | ||
| Mlanda Dispensary | ||
| Senga Dispensary | ||
| Senga Dispensary |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sumbawanga
28 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Adventist Church Jangwani | |
| Adventist Church Jangwani | |
| Assemblies of God | |
| EAGT Elishadai Church | |
| Efatha church | |
| Falaghani church | |
| FPCT Church | |
| Kristu mfalme Rc Church | |
| Kristu mfalme Rc Church | |
| Masjid Tawheed Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Neema Church | |
| Neema Church | |
| Pentecoste Assemblies of God Tanzania - Nambogo | |
| Pentecoste Assemblies of God Tanzania - Nambogo | |
| Rc cathedral -sumbawanga | |
| Redeemed Assemblies of God Tanzania - Nambogo | |
| Redeemed Assemblies of God Tanzania - Nambogo | |
| Redeemed Assemblies of God Tanzania Church | |
| Redeemed Assemblies of God Tanzania Church |
Quick Facts
Around Sumbawanga
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Sumbawanga
3 places within 15 km
- • kantalamba secondary school
- • Masi
- • TaNesco office
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What is the population of Sumbawanga?
Sumbawanga has a population of 303,986 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 964 people per square mile, spread across 315.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sumbawanga?
Sumbawanga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.9 inches.