Climate Insights for Kandete

Rungwe, Mbeya Region, Tanzania

Hottest
October
26°C peak
Coldest
July
11°C low
Wettest
December
534mm rain
Best to Visit
June, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kandete is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 3102mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 534mm of rainfall. Kandete sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 18° Feb Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 18° Mar Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 18° Apr Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 17° May Max: 21° Average: 17° Min: 14° Jun Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 12° Jul Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 11° Aug Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 12° Sep Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14° Oct Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° Nov Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Dec Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 18°
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Kandete sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 26°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 15°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 490mm Feb Precipitation: 369mm Mar Precipitation: 530mm Apr Precipitation: 475mm May Precipitation: 134mm Jun Precipitation: 41mm Jul Precipitation: 40mm Aug Precipitation: 19mm Sep Precipitation: 18mm Oct Precipitation: 113mm Nov Precipitation: 337mm Dec Precipitation: 534mm
Precipitation

Kandete is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3102mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 258mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 534mm of rainfall. March and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 18mm. That's 516mm less than December, 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/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 3km/h Feb Wind Speed: 3km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 5km/h May Wind Speed: 5km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 5km/h Oct Wind Speed: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Kandete is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

7 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Kandete, which began on June 21, 2026. Kandete sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in October at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 11°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 14 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 469mm across the season with a monthly average of 156mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1394mm across the season with a monthly average of 465mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 14 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1139mm across the season with a monthly average of 380mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 11 to 22°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 101mm over the season and a monthly average of 34mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 20°
Feb 21°
Mar 20°
Apr 19°
May 17°
Jun 15°
Jul 15°
Aug 16°
Sep 19°
Oct 21°
Nov 21°
Dec 21°

The best time to visit Kandete is during June, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 26mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 11°C. 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 Kandete 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
18 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
490 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
25 °C
3 km/h
369 mm
0 cm
Mar
18 °C
25 °C
4 km/h
530 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
23 °C
5 km/h
475 mm
0 cm
May
14 °C
21 °C
5 km/h
134 mm
0 cm
Jun
12 °C
20 °C
5 km/h
41 mm
0 cm
Jul
11 °C
20 °C
5 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
Aug
12 °C
22 °C
5 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
14 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
26 °C
5 km/h
113 mm
0 cm
Nov
17 °C
26 °C
4 km/h
337 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
25 °C
4 km/h
534 mm
0 cm
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