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Uyovu, Tanzania

Geita · Tanzania

Uyovu is a mid-size city in Geita, Tanzania with a population of 60,849. Elevation: 4,052 ft (1,235 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

60,849 Population 14/sq mi density
4,052 ft Elevation 1,235 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
38.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Dar es Salaam Timezone

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People

Population60,849
Density14/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation4,052 ft (1,235 m)
Population60,849
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation4,052 ft (1,235 m)
Coordinates-3.2833°, 31.5258°
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Country🇹🇿 Tanzania
State / ProvinceGeita
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation38.3 inches (972 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Uyovu

Uyovu is a mid-size city in Tanzania (Geita) with a population of 60,849. The city sits at an elevation of 4,052 feet (1,235 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.

Climate in Uyovu

Uyovu has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F). The hottest month is Sep (24.9°C), the coldest is Jun (21°C). Average annual precipitation is 1367 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.7°C / 71°F 15.7° / 29.9° 200.4
Feb 22.1°C / 72°F 15.9° / 30.3° 162.6
Mar 22.2°C / 72°F 16.2° / 29.7° 170.2
Apr 21.6°C / 71°F 16.1° / 28.2° 157.3
May 21.6°C / 71°F 14.4° / 28.7° 44.3
Jun 21°C / 70°F 12.5° / 29.3° 5.2
Jul 21.1°C / 70°F 11.8° / 30.3° 4.1
Aug 23.1°C / 74°F 13.1° / 32.5° 22.6
Sep 24.9°C / 77°F 15.7° / 34.2° 33.2
Oct 24.3°C / 76°F 15.9° / 34.3° 90.7
Nov 22.4°C / 72°F 16.1° / 32.3° 257.9
Dec 21.6°C / 71°F 15.6° / 28.8° 218.6
Uyovu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 267 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 38.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,052 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average71.6°F
33% above Tanzania avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,052 ft (1,235 m)
Area4,257.1 sq mi (11,026.0 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates-3.2833°N, 31.5258°W
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.3"
1% above Tanzania avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.93"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 20, 2022.

Aug 31, 2021 33 km NNE of Masumbwe, Tanzania M4.8 88 km
Mar 24, 2018 32 km NE of Masumbwe, Tanzania M4.7 97 km
Dec 13, 1992 49 km SW of Kahama, Tanzania M4.6 123 km
Apr 20, 2022 58 km SW of Kahama, Tanzania M4.4 130 km
Apr 24, 2020 31 km NNE of Masumbwe, Tanzania M4.4 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Igwisi Hills (184 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Igwisi Hills Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,146 m (3,760 ft) -10450 184 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 4.2 in
February 71°F (22°C) 4.4 in
March 71°F (22°C) 5.6 in
April 72°F (22°C) 6.9 in Wettest
May 71°F (22°C) 2.6 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
September 74°F (23°C) 1.3 in Warmest
October 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in
November 72°F (22°C) 5.4 in
December 71°F (22°C) 5.0 in

Uyovu has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 70°F in July to 74°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.9") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Uyovu

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mubaba High School
Mkunkwa Primary School
Mavota - A Primary School
Msalabani Primary School
Mavota - B Primary School
Kaniha Primary School
Nampalahala Primary School
Nakayenze Primary School
Kabagole Primary School
Busonzo Primary School
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Farmers Markets in Uyovu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Msalabani

Clinics in Uyovu

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kaniha Dispensary
Mavota clinic

Airports Near Uyovu

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Biharamulo AirportSmall Airport
Buckreef AirportSmall Airport
Chato/Geita AirportGTCSmall Airport
Mawemeru AirportSmall Airport
Mchauru AirportGITSmall Airport
Tulawaka Gold Mine AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam

Things to See Near Uyovu

1 places within 15 km

🌄 Viewpoints (1)
  • • Kasato

🇹🇿 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 Uyovu

What is the population of Uyovu?

Uyovu has a population of 60,849 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 4,257.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Uyovu?

Uyovu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches.

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