Temperature in Tanzania in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Tanzania this August.

Tanzania, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 20°C (68°F) in Mount Kilimanjaro to 32°C (90°F) in Kwangwazi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Kwangwazi and 11°C (52°F) in Mount Kilimanjaro.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Tanzania in August?

Discover the typical August temperatures for the most popular locations of Tanzania on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

Tanzania temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Tanzania in August?

Dar es Salaam averages a daytime high of 29°C (84°F) in August, which is high for Tanzania.

How cold does it get at night in Tanzania in August?

Dar es Salaam sees nighttime lows close to 21°C (70°F) in August.

What is the warmest city in August in Tanzania?

Kwangwazi tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 21°C (70°F).

What is the coldest city in August in Tanzania?

In our database, Mount Kilimanjaro is the chilliest city in August in Tanzania. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 20°C (68°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 11°C (52°F).

How much sun does Tanzania get in August?

Dar es Salaam enjoys approximately 269 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

What is the water temperature in August?

The water temperature averages approximately 25°C (77°F) in Dar es Salaam this month, a refreshing temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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