Climate of Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Area-weighted average across Kilimanjaro. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Kilimanjaro, a subdivision of Tanzania, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.1°C / 64.6°F in July to 22.9°C / 73.2°F in February, with rainfall from 12 mm / 0.5 in to 177 mm / 7 in depending on the season (851 mm / 33.5 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 | 22.5°C72.5°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| February | 22.9°C73.2°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| March | 22.8°C73°F | 125 mm4.9″ | Tropical |
| April | 21.7°C71.1°F | 177 mm7″ | — |
| May | 20°C68°F | 88 mm3.5″ | — |
| June | 18.9°C66°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 18.1°C64.6°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 18.6°C65.5°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 19.6°C67.3°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 21°C69.8°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 21.8°C71.2°F | 113 mm4.4″ | — |
| December | 22.1°C71.8°F | 113 mm4.4″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kilimanjaro?
The best months to visit Kilimanjaro, Tanzania for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is February at an area-wide average of 22.9°C / 73.2°F, and the driest is July with about 12 mm / 0.5 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Kilimanjaro?
Kilimanjaro, Tanzania has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.1°C / 64.6°F in July to 22.9°C / 73.2°F in February. Annual rainfall averages about 851 mm / 33.5 in, with the wettest month being April (177 mm / 7 in) and the driest July (12 mm / 0.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Kilimanjaro?
The hottest month in Kilimanjaro is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 22.9°C / 73.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Kilimanjaro?
The coldest month in Kilimanjaro is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.1°C / 64.6°F.
When does it rain most in Kilimanjaro?
The wettest month in Kilimanjaro is April, averaging about 177 mm / 7 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 12 mm / 0.5 in.