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Marangu
City in Mbeya, Tanzania
Overview
Marangu, a village set at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, is a popular starting point for trekkers and nature enthusiasts. Its picturesque surroundings, friendly communities, and proximity to lush forests make it a standout destination in rural Tanzania.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Tanzania
Region
Mbeya
Population
—
Time Zone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Coordinates
-8.89°, 33.44°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$341
Local Cost
$235
Local Income
$110
Cashless
20
English
25
Temperature
19.4°C
Summer Avg
20.0°C
Winter Avg
16.7°C
Record High
34.9°C
Record Low
6.3°C
Humidity
71%
Precipitation
1202 mm
Internet Speed
87 Mbps
Upload
7 Mbps
Latency
54 ms
City Vibrancy
21
Coworking
0
Cafes
17
Nightlife
4
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
2.0
Airport
MBI
Distance
4 km
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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 2026-03-23.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
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 55/100.
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