Climate Insights for Kahama

Tanzania

Hottest
September
31°C peak88°F peak
Coldest
July
18°C low64°F low
Wettest
April
142 mm rain5.6 in rain
Best to Visit
February, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kahama is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 803 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 142 mm of rainfall. Kahama sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Kahama is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 31.6 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 5.6 in of rainfall. Kahama sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°FebMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 19°MarMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 19°AprMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°MayMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 18°JunMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 18°JulMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 18°AugMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 19°SepMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 20°OctMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 20°NovMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 19°DecMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 65°FFebMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 66°FMarMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 66°FAprMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 66°FMayMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 65°FJunMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 64°FJulMax: 84°FAverage: 73°FMin: 64°FAugMax: 86°FAverage: 75°FMin: 66°FSepMax: 88°FAverage: 77°FMin: 67°FOctMax: 88°FAverage: 77°FMin: 68°FNovMax: 84°FAverage: 75°FMin: 67°FDecMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 66°F
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Kahama sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 31°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Kahama sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 64°F to 88°F. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 88°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 64°F and an average of 73°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 122mmFebPrecipitation: 73mmMarPrecipitation: 119mmAprPrecipitation: 142mmMayPrecipitation: 29mmJunPrecipitation: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 5mmSepPrecipitation: 16mmOctPrecipitation: 46mmNovPrecipitation: 122mmDecPrecipitation: 127mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.8inFebPrecipitation: 2.9inMarPrecipitation: 4.7inAprPrecipitation: 5.6inMayPrecipitation: 1.1inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.2inSepPrecipitation: 0.6inOctPrecipitation: 1.8inNovPrecipitation: 4.8inDecPrecipitation: 5in
Precipitation

Kahama is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 803 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 67 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 142 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 mm. That's 142 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.Kahama is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 31.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.6 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 5.6 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 in. That's 5.6 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

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 8km/hNovWind Speed: 6km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Kahama 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 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 11km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.Kahama 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 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan23°73°F
Feb24°74°F
Mar23°74°F
Apr23°73°F
May23°74°F
Jun23°74°F
Jul23°73°F
Aug24°75°F
Sep25°77°F
Oct25°77°F
Nov24°75°F
Dec23°73°F

The best time to visit Kahama is during February, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 22 mm per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Kahama is during February, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 74°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 88°F. 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 Kahama 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 Kahama 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
19 °C65 °F
28 °C82 °F
6 km/h3 mph
122 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
19 °C66 °F
29 °C84 °F
6 km/h4 mph
73 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
19 °C66 °F
29 °C84 °F
6 km/h4 mph
119 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
19 °C66 °F
28 °C82 °F
7 km/h4 mph
142 mm5.6 in
0 cm0 in
May
18 °C65 °F
29 °C84 °F
9 km/h6 mph
29 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
18 °C64 °F
29 °C84 °F
10 km/h6 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
18 °C64 °F
29 °C84 °F
11 km/h7 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
19 °C66 °F
30 °C86 °F
11 km/h7 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
20 °C67 °F
31 °C88 °F
10 km/h6 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
20 °C68 °F
31 °C88 °F
8 km/h5 mph
46 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
19 °C67 °F
29 °C84 °F
6 km/h4 mph
122 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C66 °F
28 °C82 °F
5 km/h3 mph
127 mm5 in
0 cm0 in