Climate of Ruvuma, Tanzania
Area-weighted average across Ruvuma. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Ruvuma, a subdivision of Tanzania, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 19.3°C / 66.7°F in July to 24.7°C / 76.5°F in November, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in to 257 mm / 10.1 in depending on the season (1189 mm / 46.8 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 | 23.9°C75°F | 248 mm9.8″ | Tropical |
| February | 24°C75.2°F | 235 mm9.3″ | Tropical |
| March | 23.6°C74.5°F | 257 mm10.1″ | Tropical |
| April | 22.9°C73.2°F | 147 mm5.8″ | Tropical |
| May | 21.4°C70.5°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 19.8°C67.6°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 19.3°C66.7°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 20.5°C68.9°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 22.1°C71.8°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 24°C75.2°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 24.7°C76.5°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| December | 24.1°C75.4°F | 190 mm7.5″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ruvuma?
The best months to visit Ruvuma, Tanzania for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is November at an area-wide average of 24.7°C / 76.5°F, and the driest is July with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Ruvuma?
Ruvuma, Tanzania has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 19.3°C / 66.7°F in July to 24.7°C / 76.5°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 1189 mm / 46.8 in, with the wettest month being March (257 mm / 10.1 in) and the driest July (2 mm / 0.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Ruvuma?
The hottest month in Ruvuma is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.7°C / 76.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Ruvuma?
The coldest month in Ruvuma is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.3°C / 66.7°F.
When does it rain most in Ruvuma?
The wettest month in Ruvuma is March, averaging about 257 mm / 10.1 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 2 mm / 0.1 in.