Climate Insights for Babati

The climate in Babati is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 740mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 154mm of rainfall. Babati sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Babati sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 29°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Babati is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 740mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 62mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 154mm of rainfall. April and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 7mm. That's 148mm less than January, 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.

Babati is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently autumn in Babati, which began on March 20, 2026. Babati sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 13°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 90 days from now.

The best time to visit Babati is during February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 45mm per month. 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 Babati 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.