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Katumba

City in Mbeya, Tanzania

Overview

Katumba, located in the Mbeya region of Tanzania, is a lively town with a lively market culture and scenic rural surroundings. Known for its agricultural activity and welcoming locals, it is a gateway to exploring southwestern Tanzania.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Tanzania
Region
Mbeya
Population
108,558
Time Zone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Coordinates
-9.23°, 33.62°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
55
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
10
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$348
Local Cost
$225
Local Income
$120
Cashless
30
English
25
Temperature
16.5°C
Summer Avg
17.7°C
Winter Avg
13.6°C
Record High
31.0°C
Record Low
2.7°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1518 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
MBI
Distance
39 km

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 2025-12-05.
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 40/100.

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