Climate of Mwanza, Tanzania
Area-weighted average across Mwanza. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Mwanza, a subdivision of Tanzania, has a consistently warm climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 21.6°C / 70.9°F in July to 23.6°C / 74.5°F in October, with rainfall from 16 mm / 0.6 in to 182 mm / 7.2 in depending on the season (1126 mm / 44.3 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 | 22.6°C72.7°F | 103 mm4.1″ | Tropical |
| February | 22.7°C72.9°F | 118 mm4.6″ | Tropical |
| March | 22.9°C73.2°F | 147 mm5.8″ | Tropical |
| April | 22.7°C72.9°F | 182 mm7.2″ | Tropical |
| May | 22.5°C72.5°F | 99 mm3.9″ | Tropical |
| June | 22°C71.6°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 21.6°C70.9°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 22.1°C71.8°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 23.1°C73.6°F | 41 mm1.6″ | — |
| October | 23.6°C74.5°F | 83 mm3.3″ | Tropical |
| November | 22.9°C73.2°F | 153 mm6″ | Tropical |
| December | 22.5°C72.5°F | 137 mm5.4″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mwanza?
The best months to visit Mwanza, Tanzania for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August. The warmest month is October at an area-wide average of 23.6°C / 74.5°F, and the driest is July with about 16 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Mwanza?
Mwanza, Tanzania has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 21.6°C / 70.9°F in July to 23.6°C / 74.5°F in October. Annual rainfall averages about 1126 mm / 44.3 in, with the wettest month being April (182 mm / 7.2 in) and the driest July (16 mm / 0.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Mwanza?
The hottest month in Mwanza is October, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.6°C / 74.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Mwanza?
The coldest month in Mwanza is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.6°C / 70.9°F.
When does it rain most in Mwanza?
The wettest month in Mwanza is April, averaging about 182 mm / 7.2 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 16 mm / 0.6 in.