Mafia Island Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Mafia Island, Tanzania in December.

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Kilindoni Utende

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

What to Expect in Mafia Island in December

Mafia Island, Tanzania is a region in Tanzania. December in Mafia Island generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) in Kilindoni. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

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

Precipitation

December is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 105 mm (4.1 in) in Kilindoni.

Explore Mafia Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mafia Island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kilindoni)

January30°C (86°F) February30°C (86°F) March30°C (86°F) April29°C (84°F) May29°C (84°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September27°C (81°F) October28°C (82°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Mafia Island in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Mafia Island.

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 Mafia Island

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

Temperature range in Mafia Island (December)

Precipitation variation in Mafia Island (December)

Kilindoni

In December Kilindoni generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Kilindoni →

Utende

In December Utende generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Mafia Island in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kilindoni 29°C (84°F) 27°C (81°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Utende 29°C (84°F) 27°C (81°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)

Mafia Island weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mafia Island, Tanzania in December?

Mafia Island, Tanzania typically experiences pleasant weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kilindoni average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 27°C (81°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Mafia Island, Tanzania in December?

Average temperatures in Mafia Island, Tanzania during December range from a nighttime low near 27°C (81°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Kilindoni.

Does Mafia Island, Tanzania get a lot of rain in December?

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in Mafia Island, Tanzania. Average rainfall in Kilindoni sits around 105 mm (4.1 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Mafia Island, Tanzania?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Mafia Island, Tanzania with overall pleasant weather in Kilindoni. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July, August, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Kilindoni. In contrast, March and April tend to have poor weather conditions.

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