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Uwelini, Tanzania

Pemba South · Tanzania

Uwelini is a small town in Pemba South, Tanzania with a population of 2,472. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2,472 Population 16/sq mi density
161 ft Elevation 49 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
67.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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People

Population2,472
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain67.2 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Population2,472
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates-5.4000°, 39.6833°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvincePemba South
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation67.2 inches (1,706 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Uwelini

Uwelini is a small town in Tanzania (Pemba South) with a population of 2,472. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Uwelini has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 67.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above Tanzania avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area156.4 sq mi (405.1 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates-5.4000°N, 39.6833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.2"
77% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 15.79"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 8, 2023.

Dec 8, 1995 53 km NNW of Mlalo, Tanzania M5.0 143 km
Jan 15, 2005 13 km SW of Gamba, Tanzania M5.0 83 km
Mar 13, 2020 20 km N of Maramba, Tanzania M4.9 135 km
Feb 8, 2023 Kenya M4.7 63 km
Feb 5, 2017 18 km ENE of Tanga, Tanzania M4.5 63 km
Feb 14, 2008 19 km SSW of Shimoni, Kenya M4.5 78 km
Jun 9, 1997 Tanzania M4.4 115 km
Jun 17, 2006 11 km SE of Mombasa, Kenya M4.2 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 3.8 in
February 81°F (27°C) 2.8 in
March 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in Warmest
April 79°F (26°C) 15.8 in Wettest
May 78°F (25°C) 14.3 in
June 76°F (25°C) 3.7 in
July 75°F (24°C) 2.1 in
August 74°F (24°C) 1.2 in Coldest
September 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in Driest
October 77°F (25°C) 2.4 in
November 79°F (26°C) 6.4 in
December 80°F (27°C) 6.7 in

Uwelini has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 74°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 67.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (15.8") and September the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Uwelini

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Shamiani Primary School
Mtuhaliwa Primary School
Mkanyageni Primary School
Mjimbini Primary School
Kukuu Primary School
Kisiwa Panza Primary School
Kangani Primary School
Chokocho Primary School
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Museums in Uwelini

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Pemba History Museum

Farmers Markets in Uwelini

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chake Chake Market
Qatar Market

Stadiums & Teams in Uwelini

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Airports Near Uwelini

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pemba AirportPMAMedium Airport
Tanga AirportTGTMedium Airport
Kwajoni AirportSmall Airport
Mashado AirportSmall 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 Uwelini

What is the population of Uwelini?

Uwelini has a population of 2,472 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 156.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Uwelini?

Uwelini has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.2 inches.

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