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Nguruka
City in Kigoma, Tanzania
Overview
Nguruka is a lively small town in Tanzania's Kigoma region, known for its railway junction, local markets, and proximity to scenic wetlands. It has a strong local community and is a gateway for exploring rural western Tanzania.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Tanzania
Region
Kigoma
Population
39,135
Time Zone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Coordinates
-5.11°, 31.04°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$308
Local Cost
$165
Local Income
$120
Cashless
25
English
20
Temperature
24.0°C
Summer Avg
22.9°C
Winter Avg
23.5°C
Record High
38.2°C
Record Low
10.2°C
Humidity
61%
Precipitation
1000 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.
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