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Tunduma, Tanzania

Songwe · Tanzania

Tunduma is a large city in Songwe, Tanzania with a population of 219,309. Elevation: 5,571 ft (1,698 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

219,309 Population 698/sq mi density
5,571 ft Elevation 1,698 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
41.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Tunduma

Tunduma is a city in Songwe Region, Tanzania, on the border between Tanzania and Zambia. It has border posts for both the Tanzam Highway and the TAZARA railway linking the two countries. It is located 103 km southwest of Mbeya. It is also the junction for the tarmac road which runs via Sumbawanga through the remote far western districts of Tanzania to Kasulu and Kibondo in the north-west. According to the 2022 census, it has a population of 219,309. Tunduma can be the most famous border city within SADCC countries and is informally known as the 'gateway to East Africa' with the neighbouring country of Zambia. Nakonde is immediately across the border in Zambia.

People

Population219,309
Density698/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation5,571 ft (1,698 m)
Population219,309
Population Density698 / sq mi
Elevation5,571 ft (1,698 m)
Coordinates-9.3000°, 32.7667°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceSongwe
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation41.3 inches (1,050 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tunduma

Tunduma is a large city in Tanzania (Songwe) with a population of 219,309. The city sits at an elevation of 5,571 feet (1,698 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Tunduma

Tunduma has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F). The hottest month is Nov (24.3°C), the coldest is Jul (15.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1597 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.7°C / 69°F 15.4° / 27.4° 359.8
Feb 21°C / 70°F 15.6° / 27.6° 312.2
Mar 20.8°C / 70°F 15.6° / 27.3° 264.1
Apr 20°C / 68°F 12.6° / 26.6° 142.0
May 18°C / 64°F 10.2° / 25.7° 27.7
Jun 15.9°C / 61°F 7.8° / 24.5° 15.1
Jul 15.8°C / 60°F 7.4° / 25° 26.6
Aug 17.9°C / 64°F 8.8° / 28.3° 20.8
Sep 20.8°C / 69°F 10.7° / 31.6° 2.4
Oct 23.6°C / 74°F 13.7° / 33.9° 21.3
Nov 24.3°C / 76°F 15.9° / 34.5° 106.4
Dec 22.3°C / 72°F 15.5° / 31° 299.1
Tunduma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 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 41.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,571 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Tanzania avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,571 ft (1,698 m)
Area314.3 sq mi (814.0 km²)
Population Density698/sq mi
Coordinates-9.3000°N, 32.7667°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.3"
9% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 8.23"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.7 on May 16, 2025.

Dec 19, 2009 23 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M6.0 146 km
Dec 8, 2009 6 km WSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.9 142 km
Dec 12, 2009 2 km WSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.5 144 km
Dec 6, 2009 12 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M5.2 145 km
Dec 7, 2009 Malawi M5.0 148 km
Dec 7, 2009 12 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 141 km
Dec 11, 2009 18 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M4.9 149 km
Jan 17, 2018 50 km ESE of Laela, Tanzania M4.7 72 km
May 16, 2025 16 km WNW of Mbeya, Tanzania M4.7 81 km
Dec 6, 2009 2 km W of Karonga, Malawi M4.6 144 km
Dec 7, 2009 25 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M4.6 139 km
Aug 17, 2001 14 km E of Itumba, Tanzania M4.6 61 km
Nov 22, 2009 30 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M4.6 146 km
Sep 5, 2010 12 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M4.6 144 km
Dec 11, 2009 11 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M4.6 142 km
Mar 6, 2010 49 km WNW of Mlowo, Tanzania M4.6 56 km
Feb 13, 2010 15 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M4.6 143 km
Jun 12, 1997 55 km NNE of Mungwi, Zambia M4.6 133 km
Dec 7, 2009 31 km W of Karonga, Malawi M4.5 121 km
Nov 25, 2009 15 km W of Karonga, Malawi M4.5 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ngozi (93 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ngozi Caldera 2,614 m (8,576 ft) 1450 93 km
Rungwe Stratovolcano 2,953 m (9,688 ft) 1250 101 km
Kyejo Stratovolcano 2,176 m (7,139 ft) 1800 113 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 8.2 in
February 71°F (22°C) 7.2 in
March 71°F (22°C) 8.2 in Wettest
April 70°F (21°C) 4.8 in
May 69°F (20°C) 0.9 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in
July 67°F (20°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 69°F (20°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in
October 74°F (23°C) 0.9 in Warmest
November 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in
December 71°F (22°C) 6.9 in

Tunduma has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 67°F in July to 74°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.2") and August the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Tunduma

Institution Type Founded Website
ST. JOHN'S TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE College - ,

Schools in Tunduma

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

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
ELISABENE ENGLISH MEDIUM - - - -
Ushindi Primary School - - - -
Umoja Primary School - - - -
Ukumbusho Primary School - - - -
Uhuru Primary School - - - -
Tunduma Town Council Primary School - - - -
Tunduma Primary School - - - -
Tazara Primary School - - - -
Tanganyika Primary School - - - -
Sogea Primary School - - - -
Nansele Primary School - - - -
Namole Primary School - - - -
Mwaka Primary School - - - -
Msongwa Primary School - - - -
Msinde Primary School - - - -
Mpemba Primary School - - - -
Mpande Primary School - - - -
Mpakani Primary School - - - -
Mlimani Primary School - - - -
Mkombozi Primary School - - - -
Mizani Primary School - - - -
Migombani Primary School - - - -
Melelani Primary School - - - -
Mbezuma Primary School - - - -
Maporomoko Primary School - - - -
Manga Primary School - - - -
Makambini Primary School - - - -
Majengo Primary School - - - -
Maendeleo Primary School - - - -
Kisangani Primary School - - - -
Kilimahewa Primary School - - - -
Kigamboni Primary School - - - -
Keselia Primary School - - - -
Katete Primary School - - - -
Katenjele Primary School - - - -
Kapembe Primary School - - - -
Ipito Primary School - - - -
Haisoja Primary School - - - -
Fura Primary School - - - -
Chipaka Primary School - - - -
Chapwa A Primary School - - - -
Chapwa Primary School - - - -
Azimio Primary School - - - -
Tunduma Primary School - - - -
Tunduma Primary School - - - -
ELISABENE PRE SCHOOL ENGLISH MEDIUM - - - -
ELISABENE ENGLISH MEDIUM & PRIMARY SCHOOL - - - -
MPAKANI SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
TUNDUMA DAY SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
NYERERE SEKONDARY (HIGH SCHOOL) - - - -
Jakaya kikwete Secondary school - - - -
ELISABENE ENGLISH MEDIUM - - - -
Nega Primary - - - -
Mwenzo Basic School - - - -
Ikawa Primary - - - -
Dedo Trust - - - -
Better Place Preschool - - - -
Good Tidings Christian School - - - -
St. Mary'S Catholic Children Care Centre/Pre Scho* - - - -
Ellis Pride Trust School - - - -
Abrusydwin Day Care - - - -
Musesengoma Primary School - - - -
Mercy Trust School - - - -
Mutende Day Nursery School - - - -
Goodfrey Academy - - - -
Katozi Primary School - - - -
Endathan - - - -
Kairos School - - - -
Mwenzo Primary - - - -
Proed Academy - - - -
Chiyanga Basic School - - - -
Abel School - - - -
Ever Green Primary School - - - -
Goodluck - - - -
Madwa Secondary School - - - -
Ever Green Primary School - - - -
Lalela B Private School - - - -
Living Star Trust School - - - -
Nelina Trust School - - - -
Hope Mission School International - - - -
St.Emmy Trust School - - - -
Lalela Preschool - - - -
Faith Private School - - - -
Prosper Preschool - - - -
Wulongo Primary School - - - -
Sparks Trust School - - - -
Nantimbwa School - - - -
Hope Mission School International - - - -
Barat Private School - - - -
Charisa Private School - - - -
Authentic School - - - -
Eagle Excellency School - - - -
Mission Valley School - - - -
Nyimbili Primary School - - - -
St. Augustine Privert School - - - -
Donald Siwale Secondary School - - - -
Chalisa - - - -
Wulongo Nursery - - - -
Taonga Private School - - - -
Hemas God'S Care - - - -
Nakachele Preschool - - - -
Katozi School - - - -
Hilltop Pvt - - - -
Joy Private Trust School - - - -
Ushindi Primary School - - - -
Umoja Primary School - - - -
Ukumbusho Primary School - - - -
Uhuru Primary School - - - -
Tunduma Town Council Primary School - - - -
Tunduma Primary School - - - -
Tazara Primary School - - - -
Tanganyika Primary School - - - -
Sogea Primary School - - - -
Namole Primary School - - - -
Mwaka Primary School - - - -
Msongwa Primary School - - - -
Mpemba Primary School - - - -
Mpande Primary School - - - -
Mpakani Primary School - - - -
Mlimani Primary School - - - -
Mkombozi Primary School - - - -
Mizani Primary School - - - -
Migombani Primary School - - - -
Melelani Primary School - - - -
Mbezuma Primary School - - - -
Maporomoko Primary School - - - -
Manga Primary School - - - -
Makambini Primary School - - - -
Majengo Primary School - - - -
Maendeleo Primary School - - - -
Kisangani Primary School - - - -
Kilimahewa Primary School - - - -
Kigamboni Primary School - - - -
Keselia Primary School - - - -
Katete Primary School - - - -
Katenjele Primary School - - - -
Ipito Primary School - - - -
Haisoja Primary School - - - -
Fura Primary School - - - -
Chipaka Primary School - - - -
Chapwa A Primary School - - - -
Chapwa Primary School - - - -
Azimio Primary School - - - -
Tunduma Primary School - - - -
Tunduma Primary School - - - -
ELISABENE PRE SCHOOL ENGLISH MEDIUM - - - -
ELISABENE ENGLISH MEDIUM & PRIMARY SCHOOL - - - -
MPAKANI SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
TUNDUMA DAY SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
NYERERE SEKONDARY (HIGH SCHOOL) - - - -
Jakaya kikwete Secondary school - - - -
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Radio Stations near Tunduma

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Tunduma

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
TUNDUMA BUSINESS CENTER
TUNDUMA INTARNATIONAL MARKET
VWAWA TOWN

Hotels in Tunduma

11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Florida Hotel
Masebe Guesthouse
Moscow Guesthouse
Mwakaeli Guesthouse
New Victoria Guesthouse
NYATI VILLAGE INN
Silver Stone Hotel
Triple 8 Royal Inn
TUNDUMA HOTEL
UWANJI HILL HOTEL
UWANJI HILL HOTER

Restaurants in Tunduma

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Empire Food Court

Clinics in Tunduma

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nandanga Dispensary

Train Stations in Tunduma

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mpemba
Tunduma

Bus Stations in Tunduma

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tunduma bus terminal
TUNDUMA TERMINAL

Gas Stations in Tunduma

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ILASI PETRO STATION
TZ #383962200

Stadiums & Teams in Tunduma

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Tunduma

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Songwe AirportMBIMedium Airport
Chitipa Airport-Small Airport
Chunya Airport-Small Airport
Mbeya Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Tunduma

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Post Office

Treatment Centers in Tunduma

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Gesika Private Clinic
Ibrahim Health Post
Katozi Health Post
Mwenzo Rural Health Center
Nakonde Urban Health Center

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam

Around Tunduma

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 76
Hospitals 2
Pharmacies 1
Restaurants 3
Bars 1
Banks 2
Hotels 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 Tunduma

What is the population of Tunduma?

Tunduma has a population of 219,309 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 698 people per square mile, spread across 314.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tunduma?

Tunduma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches.

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