Weather in February in Tanzania
Thinking about venturing to Tanzania this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Tanzania in February?
Tanzania offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In February, one might encounter temperatures that range from warm to very hot, and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Mount Kilimanjaro at 24°C to very hot in Kwangwazi at 35°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Kwangwazi and 14°C in Mount Kilimanjaro. In Tanzania, February typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.For a closer look at conditions across Tanzania, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Pemba Island with an average of 22 mm to heavy rainfall in Ngorongoro with 479 mm.Average sunshine
The city Dar es Salaam usually sees around 221 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Tanzania climate page.
Where to go in Tanzania in February
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Tanzania?
Dar es Salaam
In February Dar es Salaam generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Zanzibar City
In February Zanzibar City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Nungwi
In February Nungwi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Jambiani
In February Jambiani generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Moshi
In February Moshi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Tanzania.
Is February the best time to visit Tanzania?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Dar es Salaam, February might be a good time to visit Tanzania. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Dar es Salaam. On the other hand, the month of April tends to have poor weather conditions.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Tanzania.
Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Tanzania? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Tanzania.
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