Arusha Region

Arusha Region Weather in January

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

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Moshi Karatu Arusha City

Planning a trip to Arusha Region, Tanzania this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Arusha Region in January

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

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) in Moshi.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Arusha City with an average of 94 mm (3.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Karatu with 331 mm (13 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Arusha Region in January

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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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Arusha Region, Tanzania?

Temperature range in Arusha Region (January)

Precipitation variation in Arusha Region (January)

Moshi

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

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
220 mm (8.7 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
203 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Moshi →

Karatu

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

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
331 mm (13 in)
331 mm (13 in)
227 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Karatu →

Arusha City

In January Arusha City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Arusha City →

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In our records: Tanzania January extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest January day in Tanzania brought 394 mm (16 in) in Mtwara on January 12, 2021.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Moshi 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 209 mm (8.2 in)
Karatu 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 331 mm (13 in)
Arusha City 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)

Arusha Region weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Arusha Region, Tanzania in January. The popular destination of Moshi averages 28°C (82°F) by day and 17°C (63°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Arusha Region, Tanzania during January range from a nighttime low near 17°C (63°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in Moshi.

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

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Arusha Region, Tanzania, with Moshi averaging around 209 mm (8.2 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Moshi, January may not be the ideal time to visit Arusha Region, Tanzania.

On average, the best time to visit Arusha Region, Tanzania is in June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Moshi. In contrast, March tends to have poor weather conditions.

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