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Tukuyu, Tanzania
Mbeya · Tanzania
Tukuyu is a mid-size city in Mbeya, Tanzania with a population of 50,000. Elevation: 4,695 ft (1,431 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Tukuyu
Tukuyu, formerly known as Neu Langenburg during the German's colonial rule, is a hillside town that lies about 36 miles (58 km) south of the city of Mbeya, at an elevation of around 5,000 ft (1,500 m) in the highland Rungwe District of southern Tanzania, East Africa. Tukuyu has a moderate to cool temperature ranging from 10 °C in May and June to mid 20 °C in around November.
The town and the surrounding areas are green all year round due to the almost year-round convectional rains resulting from Lake Nyasa. Tukuyu is divided into several wards include; Kawetere, Msasani, Bulyaga and Bagamoyo.
People
Climate
| Population | 50,000 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,695 ft (1,431 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.2500°, 33.6500° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Mbeya |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 71.3 inches (1,812 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tukuyu
Tukuyu is a mid-size city in Tanzania (Mbeya) with a population of 50,000. The city sits at an elevation of 4,695 feet (1,431 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Tukuyu
Tukuyu has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Nov (19°C), the coldest is Jul (13°C). Average annual precipitation is 2215 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 211 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,695 ft (1,431 m) |
| Area | 6,014.7 sq mi (15,578.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.2500°N, 33.6500°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Rungwe (13 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Rungwe | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 1250 | 13 km |
| Kyejo | Stratovolcano | 2,176 m (7,139 ft) | 1800 | 16 km |
| Ngozi | Caldera | 2,614 m (8,576 ft) | 1450 | 31 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 9.4 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 8.3 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 12.3 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 15.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 9.4 in |
Tukuyu has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 63°F in July to 72°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 71.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (15.3") and September the driest (0.4").
Schools in Tukuyu
45 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bujinga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Katusyo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Katumba2 Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Itagata Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Isebe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ibutu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ibungila Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ibuka Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ibighi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Busona Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bulyaga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bulongwe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kigugi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bagamoyo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tukuyu Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nuru English Medium | — | — | — | — |
| IBUNGILA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| MPUGUSO SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| NDEMBELA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| SUMA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| BULYAGA SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Lutengano High School | — | — | — | — |
| Plaground | — | — | — | — |
| Makandana Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ukukwe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tukuyu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Suma Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Segela Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nuru Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mpuguso Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mpubuli Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mibula Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Masebe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Malamba Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nditu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mahenge Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Magereza Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Madaraka Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mabonde Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maasa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lutengano Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lukingi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kyimbila Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kituli Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kisindile Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tukuyu
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Tukuyu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moravian Church Museum |
Farmers Markets in Tukuyu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fogetu Market | |||||
| Kafundo Market | |||||
| Kiwira Soko | |||||
| Lwangwa Sokoni | |||||
| Malangali Centre Market | |||||
| Ntangasale Market |
Hotels in Tukuyu
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tukuyu
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tukuyu
9 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tukuyu
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tukuyu
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tukuyu
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tukuyu
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Karonga Airport | KGJ | Medium Airport |
| Songwe Airport | MBI | Medium Airport |
| Chitipa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chunya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mbarali Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mbeya Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tukuyu
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Tukuyu Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tukuyu
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| jehova witness | |
| Kyimbila Moravian Church | |
| lutheran | |
| lutheran | |
| S.D.A | |
| T.A.G |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tukuyu
What is the population of Tukuyu?
Tukuyu has a population of 50,000 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 6,014.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tukuyu?
Tukuyu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.3 inches.