Climate of Mbeya, Tanzania
Area-weighted average across Mbeya. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Mbeya, a subdivision of Tanzania, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.8°C / 65.8°F in July to 23.2°C / 73.8°F in November, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in to 200 mm / 7.9 in depending on the season (1002 mm / 39.4 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 | 21.7°C71.1°F | 194 mm7.6″ | — |
| February | 21.8°C71.2°F | 172 mm6.8″ | — |
| March | 21.7°C71.1°F | 200 mm7.9″ | — |
| April | 21.4°C70.5°F | 122 mm4.8″ | — |
| May | 20.3°C68.5°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 19.2°C66.6°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 18.8°C65.8°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19.8°C67.6°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 21.5°C70.7°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 23.1°C73.6°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 23.2°C73.8°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
| December | 22.3°C72.1°F | 187 mm7.4″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mbeya?
The best months to visit Mbeya, Tanzania for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is November at an area-wide average of 23.2°C / 73.8°F, and the driest is August with about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Mbeya?
Mbeya, Tanzania has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.8°C / 65.8°F in July to 23.2°C / 73.8°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 1002 mm / 39.4 in, with the wettest month being March (200 mm / 7.9 in) and the driest August (1 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Mbeya?
The hottest month in Mbeya is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.2°C / 73.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Mbeya?
The coldest month in Mbeya is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.8°C / 65.8°F.
When does it rain most in Mbeya?
The wettest month in Mbeya is March, averaging about 200 mm / 7.9 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 1 mm / 0 in.