Tanzania

Tanzania Weather in October

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

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Dar es Salaam Zanzibar City Nungwi Moshi

Planning a trip to Tanzania this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Tanzania in October

Tanzania offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In October, one might encounter temperatures that range from warm to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Mount Kilimanjaro at 23°C (73°F) to very warm in Ruaha National Park at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Ruaha National Park and 13°C (55°F) in Mount Kilimanjaro. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Ruaha National Park with an average of 3.1 mm (0.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Mount Kilimanjaro with 233 mm (9.2 in).

Average sunshine

October brings good sunshine to many areas. Dar es Salaam sees around 277 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Tanzania in October

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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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Tanzania?

Temperature range in Tanzania (October)

Precipitation variation in Tanzania (October)

Dar es Salaam

In October Dar es Salaam generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
254 hours
277 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Dar es Salaam →

Zanzibar City

In October Zanzibar City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Zanzibar City →

Nungwi

In October Nungwi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nungwi →

Jambiani

In October Jambiani generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
254 hours
277 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Jambiani →

Moshi

In October Moshi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
5 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Moshi →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dar es Salaam 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Zanzibar City 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Nungwi 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Moshi 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Mto wa Mbu 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Mwanza 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 219 mm (8.6 in)

Tanzania weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tanzania in October?

Tanzania typically experiences tolerable weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Dar es Salaam average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Tanzania in October?

Average temperatures in Tanzania during October range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Dar es Salaam.

Does Tanzania get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Tanzania during October, with Dar es Salaam averaging close to 68 mm (2.7 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Tanzania?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Tanzania with overall pleasant weather in Dar es Salaam. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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 month of April tends to have poor weather conditions.

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