Dar es Salaam Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Dar es Salaam has relatively stable weather with very warm temperatures.
It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Dar es Salaam temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in February to a comfortable 29°C in August.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 21°C in August. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Dar es Salaam experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1112 mm of precipitation annually. The seasons in Dar es Salaam, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, April, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 230 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 32 mm over 6 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Dar es Salaam Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Dar es Salaam, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.2 hours in October. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. April sees a soft sun for only 5.1 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 25°C in July to 29°C in March.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Dar es Salaam.
The city experiences its highest humidity in April, reaching 83%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 75%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s in April to 4 m/s in January.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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The best time of year to visit Dar es Salaam in Tanzania
The best time to visit is during the drier months: June, July, August and September.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in March and April.
February has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
April tops the wettest month list with 230 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 32 mm of precipitation.
October is the sunniest month with an average of 277 hours of sunshine.
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