Mtwara Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Mtwara has pretty similar weather over the course of the year.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Mtwara temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in March to a comfortable 28°C in July.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 22°C in July. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Mtwara receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 974 mm. The seasons in Mtwara, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, March, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 194 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 21 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 8.6 mm over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Mtwara 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
Mtwara enjoys sunny spells year-round. October sees up to 10.0 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.3 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 24°C in July to 28°C in January.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Mtwara.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 83%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s to 6 m/s. It is lower in March and higher in June, July and August.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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The best time of year to visit Mtwara in Tanzania
The best time to visit is during the drier months: May, June, July, August, September, October and November.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, February and March.
Yes, the months of June, July, August and September are very dry.
March has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
March tops the wettest month list with 194 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 9 mm of precipitation.
October is the sunniest month with an average of 301 hours of sunshine.
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