Weather in Tanzania

This page contains information on the weather in Tanzania to help you plan what to take and what to expect. Please note this is just a general guide and of course, weather is unpredictable.

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The Tanzanian climate is tropical. The central plateau is dry and arid with hot days and cool nights, while the northwest highlands are cool and temperate. June to September is the cooler season. The ‘long rains’ are from March to May and the ‘short rains’ are between October and December. The hottest months are between October and February. On the coast, it rains in November and December and from March to May. Coastal areas are hot and humid although sea breezes cool the area pleasantly between June and September.

Please read the Travel Manual for a full kit list but do ensure you take;

* sunscreen

* one warm pullover/fleece/jacket

* a good 3-season warm sleeping bag as it can get cold at night

From www.tanzania-web.com   'When to go'

As East Africa's largest country, Tanzania plays host to one Africa's most diverse landscapes. With regions ranging from low coastline areas to high hills the country and mountains such as Kilimanjaro, Tanzania has snow, stunning beaches, endless dry savannah and the vast lake habits of Victoria and Tanganyika. Being so close to the equator, temperatures in Tanzania are fairly constant throughout the year. The main rains start on the 1st April and carry on until the 1st of June; we do not recommend time on the beach at this time of year although safari in the North is still fantastic and excellent value for money. Tanzania also has a light rain season that takes place through November. This is known as the 'short rains', which are often little more than a fresh downpour for a short period each day, followed by clear sunshine. From December to March the weather becomes increasingly hot and humid before the rains return in April to replenish the lands once more.

The best time for safari

The best months for watching the Great Migration swathe across the plains of the Serengeti are from May to July when the plains are fresh and green, and November to March when they return to calve. The southern parks are good all year round, although especially in the dry months from July to October which in our view is the best time to visit the country. The climate is hot and dry with very low humidity. Mahale, Katavi and the remainder of the Western Parks are also at their best from August to the end of October when game viewing is at its best. 

Climatological Information

Courtesy of www.worldweather.org and www.meteo.go.tz

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