Climate Insights for Kigoma

The climate in Kigoma is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1895mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 332mm of rainfall. Kigoma sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Kigoma sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 31°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°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.

Kigoma is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1895mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 158mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 332mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1mm. That's 331mm 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.

Kigoma 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 September, averaging 7km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently winter in Kigoma, which began on June 21, 2026. Kigoma sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in September at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 20°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

The best time to visit Kigoma is during May, June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 36mm per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. 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 Kigoma 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.