Climate of Rukwa, Tanzania
Area-weighted average across Rukwa. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Rukwa, a subdivision of Tanzania, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 19.9°C / 67.8°F in July to 23.9°C / 75°F in October, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 193 mm / 7.6 in depending on the season (936 mm / 36.9 in total across the year). See the 2 cities 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 | 22.7°C72.9°F | 171 mm6.7″ | Tropical |
| February | 22.8°C73°F | 158 mm6.2″ | Tropical |
| March | 22.6°C72.7°F | 171 mm6.7″ | Tropical |
| April | 22.7°C72.9°F | 99 mm3.9″ | Tropical |
| May | 21.7°C71.1°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 20.2°C68.4°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 19.9°C67.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 21.2°C70.2°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 22.7°C72.9°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 23.9°C75°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 23.5°C74.3°F | 104 mm4.1″ | Tropical |
| December | 22.9°C73.2°F | 193 mm7.6″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Rukwa?
The best months to visit Rukwa, Tanzania for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is October at an area-wide average of 23.9°C / 75°F, and the driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Rukwa?
Rukwa, Tanzania has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 19.9°C / 67.8°F in July to 23.9°C / 75°F in October. Annual rainfall averages about 936 mm / 36.9 in, with the wettest month being December (193 mm / 7.6 in) and the driest July (0 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 Rukwa?
The hottest month in Rukwa is October, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.9°C / 75°F.
What is the coldest month in Rukwa?
The coldest month in Rukwa is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.9°C / 67.8°F.
When does it rain most in Rukwa?
The wettest month in Rukwa is December, averaging about 193 mm / 7.6 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in.