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Karatu Weather in September
During September, Karatu experiences high daytime temperatures of 26°C (79°F) and cooler nights around 13°C (55°F). As the driest month of the year, rainfall is at its lowest.
Rainfall in Karatu in September
With the lowest rainfall figures of the year, conditions are ideal for exploring the outdoors. Historically, the month has about 4 days of rain, averaging 16 mm (0.6 in) in total. The occasional light shower is possible, but rain is rarely an issue this month.
Temperature in Karatu in September
The temperature in Karatu in September is excellent. Daytime highs reach 26°C (79°F), with nights dropping to 13°C (55°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 13°C (55°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Karatu Temperature in September
Min Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Max Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Chance of Rain
12%
Precipitation
16 mm (0.6 in)
Rainy days
4 days
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Historical weather records for Karatu in September
Browse day-by-day weather records for Karatu spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Karatu historical weather extremes in September
Based on weather observations in Karatu between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during September.
- On September 25, 2007, temperatures climbed to 26°C (79°F), marking the warmest September day on record.
- The lowest daytime temperature in September was 14°C (57°F), recorded on September 3, 2014.
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 7°C (45°F) on September 24, 2010, marking the coldest September night on record.
Best Places in Tanzania in September
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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).
What to Wear in Karatu in September
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in September. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear.
What To Do in Karatu in September
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling8/10 -
Walking8/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports8/10
Karatu 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in September
Where to go in September - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Dar es Salaam
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28°C (82°F) Zanzibar City29°C (84°F) Bwejuu28°C (82°F) Matemwe28°C (82°F) Jambiani28°C (82°F) Nungwi27°C (81°F) Moshi26°C (79°F) Bucket list
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