Climate Insights for Arusha
Climate Overview
The climate in Arusha is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 816 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 163 mm of rainfall. Arusha sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Arusha is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 66°F and approximately 32.1 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 6.4 in of rainfall. Arusha sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Arusha sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 27°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Arusha sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 52°F to 80°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 52°F and an average of 60°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Arusha is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 816 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 68 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 163 mm of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 5 mm. That's 157 mm 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.Arusha is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 32.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.7 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 6.4 in of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0.2 in. That's 6.2 in 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.
Wind
Arusha is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap 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 8km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Arusha is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap 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 5mph in winter, 4mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Arusha is during February, May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 26 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Arusha is during February, May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 1 in per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Arusha 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Arusha based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.