Weather & Climate in Kibondo, Tanzania
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kibondo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,938 feet.
Temperature
69°F Jan (20°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 68.3°F |
| 26% above US avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,938 ft (1,505 m) |
| Coordinates | 3.5864°S, 30.7203°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
11 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.0.
| Sep 18, 1990 | 10 km SSE of Rumonge, Burundi | M5.0 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Apr 5, 2003 | 12 km SSE of Mwaro, Burundi | M4.8 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Sep 1, 2003 | 30 km ESE of Makamba, Burundi | M4.8 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2004 | 14 km SSW of Muramvya, Burundi | M4.7 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 2011 | 17 km SW of Mwaro, Burundi | M4.7 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Jan 24, 2021 | 18 km ESE of Bujumbura, Burundi | M4.5 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2004 | 15 km S of Muramvya, Burundi | M4.5 | 126 km | 10 km |
| May 21, 2015 | 12 km S of Gitega, Burundi | M4.4 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Jun 18, 2017 | 57 km NE of Kasulu, Tanzania | M4.4 | 76 km | 10 km |
| Jul 22, 2010 | 35 km E of Kasulu, Tanzania | M4.2 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Sep 25, 2010 | 11 km NE of Mwaro, Burundi | M3.8 | 108 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Igwisi Hills (198 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Igwisi Hills | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,146 m (3,760 ft) | -10450 | 198 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 5.6 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 5.5 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 7.1 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 6.3 in |
Kibondo has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 67°F in June to 70°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.8") and July the driest (0.0").