Tanzania

Tanzania Weather in July

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

Planning a getaway to Tanzania this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Tanzania in July

Tanzania offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In July, one might encounter 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 20°C (68°F) in Kwangwazi and 10°C (50°F) in Mount Kilimanjaro. During this period, Dar es Salaam experiences its coolest temperatures annually.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Tanzania, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, 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 Matema Beach with 69 mm (2.7 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Dar es Salaam, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in July. Dar es Salaam typically receives 226 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Tanzania by month

Best Places to Visit in Tanzania in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Tanzania.

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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 July for some of the most popular destinations in Tanzania?

Temperature range in Tanzania (July)

Precipitation variation in Tanzania (July)

Dar es Salaam

In July Dar es Salaam generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
226 hours
269 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Zanzibar City

In July 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.

June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Nungwi

In July 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.

June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Jambiani

In July 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.

June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
226 hours
269 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Moshi

In July Moshi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Tanzania July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in Tanzania in our climate database (2002 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest July night in Tanzania dropped to 0°C (32°F) in Mbeya on July 7, 2011.
  • In our records, the coldest July daytime high in Tanzania was 13°C (55°F) in Mbeya on July 17, 2020.

Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dar es Salaam 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Zanzibar City 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Nungwi 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Moshi 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Mto wa Mbu 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Mwanza 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)

Tanzania weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tanzania in July?

Expect perfect weather across Tanzania in July. The popular destination of Dar es Salaam averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Tanzania in July?

Average temperatures in Tanzania during July range from a nighttime low near 22°C (72°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Dar es Salaam.

Does Tanzania get a lot of rain in July?

July is on the drier side in Tanzania. Dar es Salaam averages only about 32 mm (1.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Tanzania?

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit Tanzania with overall perfect weather in Dar es Salaam.

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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