Climate ▸Forecast ▸September ▸October ▸
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember

Serengeti National Park Weather in September

September is one of the perfect months to visit Serengeti National Park, with daytime temperatures of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F) at night. Rainfall is minimal, averaging just 12 mm (0.5 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Serengeti National Park in September

You can expect rain on roughly 6 days based on historical data, averaging 12 mm (0.5 in) for the month. Rain is scarce this month and when it does fall, it tends to be light. Unlikely to disrupt plans significantly.

Temperature in Serengeti National Park in September

Serengeti National Park has perfect weather in September, with days reaching 31°C (88°F) and nights cooling to 17°C (63°F). Mornings and evenings are often more comfortable than the peak afternoon hours. Nights cool down to 17°C (63°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 your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June and July typically offer the best circumstances for Serengeti National Park.

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Tanzania, check out our Serengeti National Park's climate page.

Serengeti National Park Temperature in September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C (88°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 21%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 12 mm (0.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  

Best Places in Tanzania in September

Find out more about the weather in Tanzania and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Tanzania in September →

Map not visible? Whoops sorry! Please refresh the page.
Legend 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).

What to Wear in Serengeti National Park in September

Warm temperatures in September make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home.

What To Do in Serengeti National Park in September

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

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Tanzania, check out our Serengeti National Park's climate page.

More climate data for Serengeti National Park