Mara region Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Mara region, Tanzania in January.

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Musoma Serengeti National Park Grumeti Game Reserve Tarangire National Park

Considering a trip to Mara region, Tanzania this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Mara region in January

Mara region, Tanzania is a region in Tanzania. January in Mara region generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Musoma at 28°C (82°F) and very warm in Nyerere National Park at 33°C (91°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Nyerere National Park and 21°C (70°F) in Musoma.

For specific regional insights in Mara region, Tanzania, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tarangire National Park with an average of 76 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Nyerere National Park with 138 mm (5.4 in).

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January28°C (82°F) February28°C (82°F) March28°C (82°F) April28°C (82°F) May28°C (82°F) This monthJune28°C (82°F) July28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September29°C (84°F) October28°C (82°F) November27°C (81°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Mara region in January

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

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 Mara region

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Mara region, Tanzania?

Temperature range in Mara region (January)

Precipitation variation in Mara region (January)

Musoma

In January Musoma generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
155 mm (6.1 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Musoma →

Serengeti National Park

In January Serengeti National Park 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
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Serengeti National Park →

Grumeti Game Reserve

In January Grumeti Game Reserve 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
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Grumeti Game Reserve →

Tarangire National Park

In January Tarangire National Park generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Tarangire National Park →

Nyerere National Park

In January Nyerere National Park generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Nyerere National Park →

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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 Mara region in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Musoma 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Serengeti National Park 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Grumeti Game Reserve 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Tarangire National Park 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Nyerere National Park 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)

Mara region weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mara region, Tanzania in January?

In January, Mara region, Tanzania generally has pleasant weather conditions. Musoma sees daytime temperatures near 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to roughly 21°C (70°F).

What is the average temperature in Mara region, Tanzania in January?

In Musoma, the average daytime high in January is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 21°C (70°F).

Does Mara region, Tanzania get a lot of rain in January?

Yes, January tends to be a wetter month in Mara region, Tanzania. Average rainfall in Musoma sits around 105 mm (4.1 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Mara region, Tanzania?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Musoma, January might be a good time to visit Mara region, Tanzania.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Musoma. On the other hand, the weather in April tends to be tolerable.

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