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Selous Game Reserve Weather in August

August in Selous Game Reserve brings very high temperatures, with highs of 31°C (88°F) and nights dropping to 19°C (66°F). Rainfall is very low this month, averaging just 5 mm (0.2 in).

Rainfall in Selous Game Reserve in August

Past climate data indicates that roughly 2 days will see rain, totalling around 5 mm (0.2 in) for the month. If rain does fall, it tends to be very light and barely worth getting out an umbrella for.

Temperature in Selous Game Reserve in August

August is one of the better months to visit Selous Game Reserve. Expect 31°C (88°F) during the day and 19°C (66°F) at night. For most visitors, the main thing to prepare for is the heat during the day. Nights cool down to 19°C (66°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the best months to visit Selous Game Reserve.

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Selous Game Reserve Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C (88°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 5%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 5 mm (0.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  

Best Places in Tanzania in August

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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 Selous Game Reserve in August

Warm but pleasant conditions in Selous Game Reserve in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection.

What To Do in Selous Game Reserve in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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