Arusha Region

Arusha Region Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Arusha Region, Tanzania in December.

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Moshi Karatu Arusha City

Are you planning a trip a to Arusha Region, Tanzania in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Arusha Region in December

Arusha Region, Tanzania is a region in Tanzania. December in Arusha Region generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Moshi.

To explore the conditions in Arusha Region, Tanzania in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Arusha City with an average of 108 mm (4.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Karatu with 331 mm (13 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Arusha Region in December

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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 Arusha Region

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Arusha Region, Tanzania?

Temperature range in Arusha Region (December)

Precipitation variation in Arusha Region (December)

Moshi

In December 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 unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Moshi →

Karatu

In December Karatu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
331 mm (13 in)
331 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Karatu →

Arusha City

In December Arusha City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Arusha City →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Arusha Region in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Moshi 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 220 mm (8.7 in)
Karatu 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 331 mm (13 in)
Arusha City 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)

Arusha Region weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Arusha Region, Tanzania in December?

Arusha Region, Tanzania typically experiences unpleasant weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Moshi average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 18°C (64°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Arusha Region, Tanzania in December?

Moshi averages a daytime maximum of 28°C (82°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 18°C (64°F).

Does Arusha Region, Tanzania get a lot of rain in December?

Yes. December brings heavy rainfall to Arusha Region, Tanzania, with Moshi averaging around 220 mm (8.7 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Arusha Region, Tanzania?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Arusha Region, Tanzania with often unpleasant weather in Moshi.

On average, the best time to visit Arusha Region, Tanzania is in June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Moshi. The weather in March, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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