Climate Insights for Bunda
Bunda Town, Mara Region, Tanzania
Climate Overview
The climate in Bunda is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,199 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 188 mm of rainfall. Bunda sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bunda is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 47.2 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 7.4 in of rainfall. Bunda sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Bunda has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.Bunda has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 15°F range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 75°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 68°F and an average of 74°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Bunda is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,199 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 100 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 188 mm of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 16 mm. That's 172 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.Bunda is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 47.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 7.4 in of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.6 in. That's 6.8 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
Bunda is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Bunda is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bunda is during February, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 49 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Bunda is during February, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.9 in per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bunda 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 Bunda 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.