Mount Kilimanjaro weather in August (Tanzania)
What kind of temperatures can you expect in Mount Kilimanjaro during August? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
Expect perfect weather in Mount Kilimanjaro during August, which means pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 20°C, cooling off to about 11°C at night.
Precipitation
Mount Kilimanjaro in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 9 days of rain.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Mount Kilimanjaro. June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mount Kilimanjaro climate page with graphs.
Mount Kilimanjaro, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
11°C
Max Temperature
20°C
Chance of Rain
31%
Precipitation
68 mm
Rainy days
9 days
Where to go in Tanzania in August
Find out more about the weather in Tanzania and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Mount Kilimanjaro, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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