Climate Insights for Kondoa

The climate in Kondoa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 646mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 133mm of rainfall. Kondoa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Kondoa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 30°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Kondoa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 646mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 54mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 133mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1mm. That's 132mm 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.

Kondoa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 11km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.

It is currently winter in Kondoa, which began on June 21, 2026. Kondoa sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in November at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 13°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

The best time to visit Kondoa is during February, 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 30mm 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 Kondoa 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.