Tanzania

Tanzania Weather in March

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

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Dar es Salaam Zanzibar City Nungwi Moshi

Planning a getaway to Tanzania this March 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 March

The weather in Tanzania in March can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Mount Kilimanjaro at 24°C (75°F) and very warm in Kwangwazi at 34°C (93°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Kwangwazi and 14°C (57°F) in Mount Kilimanjaro. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

For specific regional insights in Tanzania, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Banagi with an average of 96 mm (3.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Matema Beach with 682 mm (27 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Dar es Salaam sees close to 212 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Tanzania in March

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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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Tanzania?

Temperature range in Tanzania (March)

Precipitation variation in Tanzania (March)

Dar es Salaam

In March Dar es Salaam generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
212 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
12 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Dar es Salaam →

Zanzibar City

In March Zanzibar City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
12 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Zanzibar City →

Nungwi

In March Nungwi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
297 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
12 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Nungwi →

Jambiani

In March Jambiani generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
212 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
280 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
12 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Jambiani →

Moshi

In March Moshi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
203 mm (8 in)
273 mm (11 in)
243 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
12 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Moshi →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dar es Salaam 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Zanzibar City 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Nungwi 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Moshi 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 273 mm (11 in)
Mto wa Mbu 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Mwanza 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 185 mm (7.3 in)

Tanzania weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tanzania in March?

Expect unpleasant weather across Tanzania in March. The popular destination of Dar es Salaam averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Tanzania in March?

Dar es Salaam averages a daytime maximum of 32°C (90°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Tanzania get a lot of rain in March?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Dar es Salaam records an average of 171 mm (6.7 in) in March, putting it among the wetter months for Tanzania.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Tanzania?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Tanzania with overall tolerable weather in Dar es Salaam. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Dar es Salaam. On the other hand, the weather in April tends to be poor.

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