Climate of South Pemba, Tanzania
Area-weighted average across South Pemba. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
South Pemba, a subdivision of Tanzania, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 23.5°C / 74.3°F in August to 27.2°C / 81°F in March, with rainfall from 27 mm / 1.1 in to 338 mm / 13.3 in depending on the season (1545 mm / 60.8 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 | 26.8°C80.2°F | 97 mm3.8″ | Tropical |
| February | 27°C80.6°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
| March | 27.2°C81°F | 161 mm6.3″ | Tropical |
| April | 26.2°C79.2°F | 338 mm13.3″ | Tropical |
| May | 25.3°C77.5°F | 302 mm11.9″ | Tropical |
| June | 24.5°C76.1°F | 83 mm3.3″ | Tropical |
| July | 23.8°C74.8°F | 49 mm1.9″ | — |
| August | 23.5°C74.3°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 24°C75.2°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 24.9°C76.8°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| November | 25.9°C78.6°F | 161 mm6.3″ | Tropical |
| December | 26.8°C80.2°F | 159 mm6.3″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit South Pemba?
The best months to visit South Pemba, Tanzania for sunny, dry weather are August, September. The warmest month is March at an area-wide average of 27.2°C / 81°F, and the driest is August with about 27 mm / 1.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of South Pemba?
South Pemba, Tanzania has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 23.5°C / 74.3°F in August to 27.2°C / 81°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 1545 mm / 60.8 in, with the wettest month being April (338 mm / 13.3 in) and the driest August (27 mm / 1.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in South Pemba?
The hottest month in South Pemba is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.2°C / 81°F.
What is the coldest month in South Pemba?
The coldest month in South Pemba is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.5°C / 74.3°F.
When does it rain most in South Pemba?
The wettest month in South Pemba is April, averaging about 338 mm / 13.3 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 27 mm / 1.1 in.