Songea Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Songea, Tanzania, enjoys a steady climate throughout the year, with daytime temperatures typically around 28°C (82°F). November is the warmest month at 31°C (88°F), while July is the coolest at 25°C (77°F).
With around 1344 mm (53 in) of annual rainfall, Songea has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has distinct dry (May to October) and wet (December to March) seasons. The wettest month is January.
Monthly Temperature in Songea
The temperature in Songea remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C (88°F) in November. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 25°C (77°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 20°C (68°F) in November to 13°C (55°F) in July.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Songea
Songea has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1344 mm (53 in) of rainfall annually. Songea can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 283 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 27 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 7.4 mm (0.3 in) of precipitation spread across 3 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Songea Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Humidity in Songea by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Songea.
The city experiences its highest humidity in March, reaching 78%. In October, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 54%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Songea 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Songea
During the months of April, May, June, July, August and September, Songea enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 25°C (76°F) to 29°C (83°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 7 mm (0.3 in) in July to 136 mm (5.4 in) in April. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers.
The rainy season falls during January, February, March and December, bringing heavy precipitation. Wondering where to travel based on your weather preferences? Our recommendation tool helps you find destinations with your ideal climate conditions. Use our weather planner to find your perfect destination.
