Best Time to Visit Moshi, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Moshi is at its sunniest and driest in June–October.
The best time to visit Moshi 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 20.5°C / 68.9°F in July to 25.3°C / 77.5°F in February, with rainfall from 12 mm / 0.5 in (August) to 257 mm / 10.1 in (April). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Moshi, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Moshi'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 21.1°C70°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 20.5°C68.9°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 20.9°C69.6°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 22.1°C71.8°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 23.6°C74.5°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Moshi?
The best time to visit Moshi for sunny, dry weather is June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is February averaging 25.3°C / 77.5°F, and the driest is August with about 12 mm / 0.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Moshi's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Moshi?
The rainy season at Moshi, Kilimanjaro runs through March–May and November–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 54 mm / 2.1 in. The wettest single month is April (257 mm / 10.1 in).
What is the driest month in Moshi?
The driest month in Moshi is August, averaging about 12 mm / 0.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 20.9°C / 69.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Moshi?
The least comfortable months for travel to Moshi — 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 257 mm / 10.1 in in April, and the coldest month averages 20.5°C / 68.9°F.
Is Moshi climate different from Tanzania overall?
Yes, usually. Our Moshi 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 Moshi specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.