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Dar es Salaam weather in March (Tanzania)

What should you pack for a trip to Dar es Salaam in March? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The month of March in Dar es Salaam typically brings very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 32°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Precipitation

Dar es Salaam in March usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 171 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 12 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 212 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Dar es Salaam climate page with graphs.

 

Dar es Salaam, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 171 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 79%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 212 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Tanzania in March

Find out more about the weather in Tanzania and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Dar es Salaam.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Tanzania? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Tanzania. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.