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Utete, Tanzania

Pwani · Tanzania

Utete is a small city in Pwani, Tanzania with a population of 11,888. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

11,888 Population 3/sq mi density
102 ft Elevation 31 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
36.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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About Utete

Utete ist eine Stadt im Rufiji Distrikt der Region Pwani in Tansania.

People

Population11,888
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Population11,888
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates-7.9860°, 38.7580°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvincePwani
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation36.8 inches (935 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Utete

Utete is a small city in Tanzania (Pwani) with a population of 11,888. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet (31 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Utete

Utete has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Nov (27.7°C), the coldest is Jun (23.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1558 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.9°C / 80°F 22.5° / 34.2° 241.2
Feb 26.8°C / 80°F 22.2° / 33.3° 160.5
Mar 26.9°C / 80°F 22.1° / 33.8° 250.7
Apr 25.8°C / 78°F 20.6° / 31.5° 327.8
May 24.3°C / 76°F 17.5° / 30.6° 120.2
Jun 23.4°C / 74°F 15.3° / 30.4° 20.2
Jul 23.6°C / 74°F 16° / 31.3° 14.5
Aug 25°C / 77°F 17.8° / 33.1° 8.7
Sep 26.4°C / 80°F 20.1° / 34.8° 10.5
Oct 27.3°C / 81°F 20.9° / 36.9° 116.9
Nov 27.7°C / 82°F 22° / 35.8° 124.8
Dec 27.4°C / 81°F 22.3° / 35° 162.2
Utete has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 269 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 36.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average79.5°F
47% above Tanzania avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Area4,506.6 sq mi (11,672.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-7.9860°N, 38.7580°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.8"
3% below Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 7.64"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.5 on Mar 18, 2024.

Apr 6, 1999 57 km S of Mbumi, Tanzania M4.9 74 km
Mar 19, 2017 Tanzania M4.9 69 km
Jan 19, 2008 19 km SSE of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.8 117 km
Jun 10, 2011 38 km ESE of Vikindu, Tanzania M4.8 140 km
Mar 3, 2018 52 km ESE of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.7 80 km
Jun 3, 1999 57 km SSW of Utete, Tanzania M4.7 58 km
Apr 15, 2020 45 km SSW of Utete, Tanzania M4.7 46 km
Mar 18, 2024 29 km SSE of Mkuranga, Tanzania M4.5 96 km
Jan 15, 2012 18 km WNW of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.4 149 km
Apr 8, 2020 39 km N of Kilindoni, Tanzania M4.3 109 km
Jul 15, 2023 67 km SSE of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.3 79 km
May 17, 2014 42 km WNW of Utete, Tanzania M4.3 43 km
May 9, 2020 91 km SSW of Utete, Tanzania M4.2 92 km
Jul 30, 2014 45 km NE of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.2 124 km
Feb 2, 2020 86 km S of Kisanga, Tanzania M4.2 121 km
May 24, 2013 47 km N of Kilindoni, Tanzania M4.1 108 km
Aug 27, 2009 34 km ENE of Kisanga, Tanzania M3.9 112 km
Apr 3, 2003 110 km SW of Utete, Tanzania M3.7 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1.

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Hidaya Category 1 236 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 5.0 in
February 82°F (28°C) 3.7 in Warmest
March 82°F (28°C) 5.8 in
April 80°F (27°C) 7.6 in Wettest
May 79°F (26°C) 3.2 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
July 76°F (24°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
August 76°F (25°C) 0.3 in
September 78°F (25°C) 0.6 in
October 79°F (26°C) 1.3 in
November 81°F (27°C) 3.3 in
December 82°F (28°C) 5.2 in

Utete has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in July to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.6") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Utete

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Utunge Primary School - - - -
Utete Primary School - - - -
Siasa Primary School - - - -
Ruwe Primary School - - - -
Nyamakurukuru Primary School - - - -
Mkongo Primary School - - - -
Miangalaya Primary School - - - -
Mapinduzi Primary School - - - -
Kaunda Primary School - - - -
Katundu Primary School - - - -
MKONGO SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
UTETE SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
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Gas Stations in Utete

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TZ #13172003054

Airports Near Utete

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mchukwi Rufiji Airport-Small Airport
Mtemere Airport-Small Airport
Siwandu Airport-Small Airport
Songo Songo Airstrip-Small Airport
Utete Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam

🇹🇿 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 Utete

What is the population of Utete?

Utete has a population of 11,888 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 4,506.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Utete?

Utete has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.8 inches.

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