Best Time to Visit Chake-Chake, South Pemba, Tanzania
Chake-Chake is at its sunniest and driest in August–September.
The best time to visit Chake-Chake for sunny, dry weather is August–September — 2 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 23.4°C / 74.1°F in August to 27.1°C / 80.8°F in March, with rainfall from 26 mm / 1 in (August) to 294 mm / 11.6 in (April). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Chake-Chake, South Pemba, Tanzania's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Chake-Chake's climate is broadly consistently warm. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| August | 23.4°C74.1°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 24°C75.2°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Chake-Chake?
The best time to visit Chake-Chake for sunny, dry weather is August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is March averaging 27.1°C / 80.8°F, and the driest is August with about 26 mm / 1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Chake-Chake's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Chake-Chake?
The rainy season at Chake-Chake, South Pemba runs through March–May and November–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 104 mm / 4.1 in. The wettest single month is April (294 mm / 11.6 in).
What is the driest month in Chake-Chake?
The driest month in Chake-Chake is August, averaging about 26 mm / 1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 23.4°C / 74.1°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Chake-Chake?
The least comfortable months for travel to Chake-Chake — based on point-value climate at the city — are April, May, June, July, August, September, November. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 294 mm / 11.6 in in April, and the coldest month averages 23.4°C / 74.1°F.
Is Chake-Chake climate different from Tanzania overall?
Yes, usually. Our Chake-Chake 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 Chake-Chake specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.