Climate of Arusha, Tanzania
Area-weighted average across Arusha. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Arusha, a subdivision of Tanzania, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 17.7°C / 63.9°F in July to 21.8°C / 71.2°F in March, with rainfall from 4 mm / 0.2 in to 146 mm / 5.7 in depending on the season (665 mm / 26.2 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.3°C70.3°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| February | 21.6°C70.9°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
| March | 21.8°C71.2°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| April | 21.2°C70.2°F | 146 mm5.7″ | — |
| May | 19.7°C67.5°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| June | 18.6°C65.5°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 17.7°C63.9°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 18.3°C64.9°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 19.7°C67.5°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 20.8°C69.4°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 21.1°C70°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
| December | 21.1°C70°F | 91 mm3.6″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Arusha?
The best months to visit Arusha, Tanzania for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is March at an area-wide average of 21.8°C / 71.2°F, and the driest is July with about 4 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Arusha?
Arusha, Tanzania has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 17.7°C / 63.9°F in July to 21.8°C / 71.2°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 665 mm / 26.2 in, with the wettest month being April (146 mm / 5.7 in) and the driest July (4 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Arusha?
The hottest month in Arusha is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.8°C / 71.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Arusha?
The coldest month in Arusha is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.7°C / 63.9°F.
When does it rain most in Arusha?
The wettest month in Arusha is April, averaging about 146 mm / 5.7 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 4 mm / 0.2 in.