Best Time to Visit Arusha, Arusha, Tanzania
Arusha is at its sunniest and driest in June–October.
The best time to visit Arusha for sunny, dry weather is June–October — 5 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through June–October and January–February; the wetter half falls in March–May and November–December. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 16.4°C / 61.5°F in July to 21.1°C / 70°F in March, with rainfall from 7 mm / 0.3 in (August) to 235 mm / 9.3 in (April). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Arusha, Arusha, Tanzania's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Arusha's climate is broadly mild oceanic. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 17.2°C63°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 16.4°C61.5°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17°C62.6°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 18.2°C64.8°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 19.6°C67.3°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Arusha?
The best time to visit Arusha for sunny, dry weather is June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is March averaging 21.1°C / 70°F, and the driest is August with about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Arusha's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Arusha?
The rainy season at Arusha, Arusha runs through March–May and November–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 75 mm / 3 in. The wettest single month is April (235 mm / 9.3 in).
What is the driest month in Arusha?
The driest month in Arusha is August, averaging about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 17°C / 62.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Arusha?
The least comfortable months for travel to Arusha — based on point-value climate at the city — are March, April, May, June, July, August, September. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 235 mm / 9.3 in in April, and the coldest month averages 16.4°C / 61.5°F.
Is Arusha climate different from Tanzania overall?
Yes, usually. Our Arusha figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Tanzania figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Arusha specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.