Climate Insights for Mwatate

The climate in Mwatate is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 549mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 111mm of rainfall. Mwatate sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Mwatate sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 32°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Mwatate is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 549mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 46mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 111mm of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 4mm. That's 107mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Mwatate is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 17km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Mwatate, which began on March 20, 2026. Mwatate sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 18°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Mwatate is during May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 37mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mwatate based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.