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Tanzania Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tanzania in August.

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Dar es Salaam Zanzibar City Nungwi Moshi

Considering a trip to Tanzania this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Tanzania in August

The weather in Tanzania in August can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Mount Kilimanjaro at 20°C (68°F) and very warm in Kwangwazi at 32°C (90°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Kwangwazi and 11°C (52°F) in Mount Kilimanjaro.

For a closer look at conditions across Tanzania, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Ruaha National Park with an average of 0.2 mm (0.01 in) to moderate rainfall in Bukoba with 83 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Dar es Salaam enjoys about 269 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Tanzania in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Tanzania

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Tanzania?

Temperature range in Tanzania (August)

Precipitation variation in Tanzania (August)

Dar es Salaam

In August Dar es Salaam generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
269 hours
254 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Dar es Salaam →

Zanzibar City

In August Zanzibar City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Zanzibar City →

Nungwi

In August Nungwi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nungwi →

Jambiani

In August Jambiani generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
269 hours
254 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Jambiani →

Moshi

In August Moshi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Moshi →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Tanzania in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dar es Salaam 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Zanzibar City 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Nungwi 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Moshi 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Mto wa Mbu 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Mwanza 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Tanzania weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tanzania in August?

In August, Tanzania generally has perfect weather conditions. Dar es Salaam sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 21°C (70°F).

What is the average temperature in Tanzania in August?

Dar es Salaam averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 21°C (70°F).

Does Tanzania get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Dar es Salaam averages just 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Tanzania.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Tanzania?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Tanzania. Typically, the climate in Dar es Salaam is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit Tanzania is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Dar es Salaam. In contrast, April tends to have poor weather conditions.

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