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Tarakea, Tanzania
Kilimanjaro · Tanzania
Tarakea is a small city in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania with a population of 18,000. Elevation: 5,423 ft (1,653 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 18,000 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,423 ft (1,653 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.0008°, 37.5642° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Kilimanjaro |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.9 inches (1,190 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tarakea
Tarakea is a small city in Tanzania (Kilimanjaro) with a population of 18,000. The city sits at an elevation of 5,423 feet (1,653 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Tarakea
Tarakea has an average annual temperature of 17°C (63°F). The hottest month is Mar (18.5°C), the coldest is Jul (14.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1886 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.4°F |
| 17% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,423 ft (1,653 m) |
| Area | 790.3 sq mi (2,046.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.0008°N, 37.5642°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chyulu Hills (50 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chyulu Hills | Volcanic field | 2,188 m (7,178 ft) | 1855 | 50 km |
| Meru | Stratovolcano | 4,565 m (14,977 ft) | 1910 | 95 km |
| Lengai, Ol Doinyo | Stratovolcano | 2,962 m (9,718 ft) | 2020 | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 8.3 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 6.4 in |
Tarakea has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 59°F in July to 67°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (9.7") and July the driest (0.7").
Schools in Tarakea
54+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mhaka Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kirongo juu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kilawoi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Msangai Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kibaoni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wama Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nduweni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kikelelwa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tarakea Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kingachi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Usongo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mashima Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Urauri Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kafumbu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbomai Kati Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mamba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Reha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nessae Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Motamburu Chini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Msinga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lesoroma Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbomai Juu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mokombero Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kirongo-Chini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| NAMFUA SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| USSERI SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| MOTAMBURU SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Kiura Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Matolo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nanjara Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Samanga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kirongo chini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ngaleku Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Baraka Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Walemavu Klenk Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Usseri Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwalamahondo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mtikome Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kiraro Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kasirwa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mokoro Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mramba Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Malambura Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kimanyatu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kaheusseri Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mamonjo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nayeme Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mreyai Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lokoro Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nanjara Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ubetu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kitirima Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Marieni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Klasara Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Tarakea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kibaoni Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mweka library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tarakea
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kimana Animal Market |
Hotels in Tarakea
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tarakea
9 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tarakea
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tarakea
30 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kilimanjaro International Airport | JRO | Large Airport |
| Amboseli Airport | ASV | Medium Airport |
| Chyulus Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finch Hattons Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Iltilal Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamboyo (Tsavo West) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kangetchwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kanzi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kilaguni Airport | ILU | Small Airport |
| Kimana Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Jipe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Makindu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maktau Gate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mbirikani Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Moshi Airport | QSI | Small Airport |
| Mountain Side Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mtito Andei Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Namanga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngulia Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oloitoktok Airport | - | Small Airport |
| REA Vipingo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Subati Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Taita Hills Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taveta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tawi Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tortilis Camp Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| TPC Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wanjala Mine Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| West Kilimanjaro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ziwani Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tarakea
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| KIMANYATU CATHOLIC CHURCH |
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What is the population of Tarakea?
Tarakea has a population of 18,000 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 790.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tarakea?
Tarakea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.9 inches.