Mwanza Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The weather in Mwanza is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year.
It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels 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 Mwanza temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in February to a comfortable 26°C in July.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 20°C in July. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Mwanza experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1725 mm of precipitation annually. The seasons in Mwanza, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 271 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 13 mm over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Mwanza 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
Mwanza enjoys sunny spells year-round. July sees up to 9.5 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. November, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Mwanza.
The city experiences its highest humidity in April, reaching 73%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 57%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Mwanza in Tanzania
During the months of November and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Mwanza has high temperatures year round ranging between 26°C and 27°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: June and July.
Other facts from our historical weather data:
Rainy season in Mwanza occurs in the months of January, March, April, October, November and December.
February has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 26°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 271 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 13 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 286 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
