Climate of Mara, Tanzania
Area-weighted average across Mara. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Mara, a subdivision of Tanzania, has a consistently warm climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 20.6°C / 69.1°F in July to 22.4°C / 72.3°F in March, with rainfall from 26 mm / 1 in to 183 mm / 7.2 in depending on the season (1063 mm / 41.9 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 | 22.1°C71.8°F | 84 mm3.3″ | Tropical |
| February | 22.3°C72.1°F | 96 mm3.8″ | Tropical |
| March | 22.4°C72.3°F | 141 mm5.6″ | Tropical |
| April | 22°C71.6°F | 183 mm7.2″ | Tropical |
| May | 21.6°C70.9°F | 117 mm4.6″ | — |
| June | 21°C69.8°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 20.6°C69.1°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 21°C69.8°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 21.7°C71.1°F | 46 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 22.4°C72.3°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| November | 22°C71.6°F | 119 mm4.7″ | Tropical |
| December | 21.8°C71.2°F | 107 mm4.2″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mara?
The best months to visit Mara, Tanzania for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August, September. The warmest month is March at an area-wide average of 22.4°C / 72.3°F, and the driest is July with about 26 mm / 1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Mara?
Mara, Tanzania has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 20.6°C / 69.1°F in July to 22.4°C / 72.3°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 1063 mm / 41.9 in, with the wettest month being April (183 mm / 7.2 in) and the driest July (26 mm / 1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Mara?
The hottest month in Mara is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 22.4°C / 72.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Mara?
The coldest month in Mara is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 20.6°C / 69.1°F.
When does it rain most in Mara?
The wettest month in Mara is April, averaging about 183 mm / 7.2 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 26 mm / 1 in.