Climate of Mtwara, Tanzania
Area-weighted average across Mtwara. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Mtwara, a subdivision of Tanzania, has a consistently warm climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 22.7°C / 72.9°F in June to 26.9°C / 80.4°F in November, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in to 216 mm / 8.5 in depending on the season (1030 mm / 40.6 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 | 26.3°C79.3°F | 200 mm7.9″ | Tropical |
| February | 26.2°C79.2°F | 185 mm7.3″ | Tropical |
| March | 25.7°C78.3°F | 216 mm8.5″ | Tropical |
| April | 25.2°C77.4°F | 142 mm5.6″ | Tropical |
| May | 24.4°C75.9°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 22.7°C72.9°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 22.7°C72.9°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 23.6°C74.5°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 24.6°C76.3°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 25.9°C78.6°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| November | 26.9°C80.4°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| December | 26.9°C80.4°F | 155 mm6.1″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mtwara?
The best months to visit Mtwara, Tanzania for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is November at an area-wide average of 26.9°C / 80.4°F, and the driest is August with about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Mtwara?
Mtwara, Tanzania has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 22.7°C / 72.9°F in June to 26.9°C / 80.4°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 1030 mm / 40.6 in, with the wettest month being March (216 mm / 8.5 in) and the driest August (5 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 Mtwara?
The hottest month in Mtwara is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.9°C / 80.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Mtwara?
The coldest month in Mtwara is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 22.7°C / 72.9°F.
When does it rain most in Mtwara?
The wettest month in Mtwara is March, averaging about 216 mm / 8.5 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 5 mm / 0.2 in.