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Tumbi, Tanzania
Tabora · Tanzania
Tumbi is a mid-size city in Tabora, Tanzania with a population of 32,900. Elevation: 3,832 ft (1,168 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tumbi
The tumbi or toombi, also called a tumba or toomba, is a traditional musical instrument from the Punjab region of the northern Indian subcontinent. The high-pitched, single-string plucking instrument is associated with folk music of Punjab and presently very popular in Western Bhangra music.
People
Climate
| Population | 32,900 |
| Population Density | 104 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,832 ft (1,168 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.0667°, 32.7333° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Tabora |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.2 inches (969 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tumbi
Tumbi is a mid-size city in Tanzania (Tabora) with a population of 32,900. The city sits at an elevation of 3,832 feet (1,168 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Tumbi
Tumbi has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1028 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.0°F |
| 37% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,832 ft (1,168 m) |
| Area | 317.3 sq mi (821.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 104/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.0667°N, 32.7333°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Igwisi Hills (91 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Igwisi Hills | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,146 m (3,760 ft) | -10450 | 91 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 5.5 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 5.7 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 6.8 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
Tumbi has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 72°F in June to 79°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.6") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Tumbi
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Izimbili Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tumaini Open School | - | - | - | - |
| Chang'a Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Itetemia Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kipera Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lolangulu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Madaha Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Farm Nyamwezi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Isukamahela Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Iyombo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ulamba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kalunde Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kipalapala Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kipera Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwihara Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mawiti Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mtakuja Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ntalikwa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tumbi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tumbi
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Uhai | christian | AAC 32 kbps |
Museums in Tumbi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isike museum | ||||
| Livingstone tembe |
Libraries in Tumbi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tabora Regional Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tabora Regional Library | 0.0 |
Clinics in Tumbi
6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tumbi
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tumbi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tumbi
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nkinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sikonge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tabora Airport | TBO | Small Airport |
| Urambo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Tumbi
8 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Furaha eye centre | ||
| Hekima diagnostics laboratory | ||
| Isevya clinic | ||
| Isevya dispensary | ||
| Jerusalem sanitarium clinic | ||
| Magereza dispensary | ||
| Sigwa herbal clinic | ||
| Uhazili dispensary |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tumbi
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mosque | |
| St. Paul's Senior Seminary |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tumbi
What is the population of Tumbi?
Tumbi has a population of 32,900 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 104 people per square mile, spread across 317.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tumbi?
Tumbi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches.