Mara region Weather & Climate: Tanzania

Climate by month across Mara region, Tanzania, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Mara region

Mara region in Tanzania sees its peak temperatures in September (29°C (84°F)) and its coolest in December (26°C (79°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Musoma, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Mara region, during the months of November and December you can expect comfortable weather, with average temperatures ranging from 27°C (81°F) to 27°C (81°F).

Precipitation in Mara region varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in April with 195 mm (7.7 in) of rain, while July stays relatively dry with 27 mm (1.1 in).

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Musoma Serengeti National Park Grumeti Game Reserve Tarangire National Park Nyerere National Park
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Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Musoma 27°C (81°F) 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 21°C (70°F) 1317 mm (52 in)
Serengeti National Park 29°C (84°F) 31°C (88°F) 16°C (61°F) 18°C (64°F) 722 mm (28 in)
Grumeti Game Reserve 29°C (84°F) 31°C (88°F) 16°C (61°F) 18°C (64°F) 722 mm (28 in)
Tarangire National Park 27°C (81°F) 33°C (91°F) 15°C (59°F) 20°C (68°F) 886 mm (35 in)
Nyerere National Park 31°C (88°F) 35°C (95°F) 18°C (64°F) 23°C (73°F) 787 mm (31 in)

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