Climate Insights for Kongwa

Tanzania

Hottest
November
30°C peak86°F peak
Coldest
July
14°C low57°F low
Wettest
January
136 mm rain5.4 in rain
Best to Visit
February, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kongwa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 559 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 136 mm of rainfall. Kongwa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Kongwa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 22 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 5.4 in of rainfall. Kongwa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°FebMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 19°MarMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 19°AprMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 19°MayMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 17°JunMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°JulMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 14°AugMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 14°SepMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 15°OctMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 17°NovMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 18°DecMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 19°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 66°FFebMax: 83°FAverage: 74°FMin: 66°FMarMax: 83°FAverage: 74°FMin: 66°FAprMax: 81°FAverage: 72°FMin: 66°FMayMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 62°FJunMax: 79°FAverage: 68°FMin: 59°FJulMax: 78°FAverage: 67°FMin: 57°FAugMax: 80°FAverage: 68°FMin: 58°FSepMax: 82°FAverage: 70°FMin: 60°FOctMax: 85°FAverage: 73°FMin: 62°FNovMax: 86°FAverage: 75°FMin: 65°FDecMax: 85°FAverage: 75°FMin: 66°F
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Kongwa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 30°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Kongwa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 57°F to 86°F. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 75°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 57°F and an average of 67°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 136mmFebPrecipitation: 76mmMarPrecipitation: 108mmAprPrecipitation: 73mmMayPrecipitation: 12mmJunPrecipitation: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 10mmNovPrecipitation: 46mmDecPrecipitation: 93mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.4inFebPrecipitation: 3inMarPrecipitation: 4.3inAprPrecipitation: 2.9inMayPrecipitation: 0.5inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.4inNovPrecipitation: 1.8inDecPrecipitation: 3.7in
Precipitation

Kongwa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 559 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 47 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 136 mm of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. That's 136 mm 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.Kongwa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 22 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 5.4 in of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 5.4 in 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.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 8km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Kongwa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 14km/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. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/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 13km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.Kongwa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5mph 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 8mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan23°73°F
Feb23°74°F
Mar23°74°F
Apr22°72°F
May21°70°F
Jun20°68°F
Jul19°67°F
Aug20°68°F
Sep21°70°F
Oct23°73°F
Nov24°75°F
Dec24°75°F

The best time to visit Kongwa is during February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 31 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 Kongwa is during February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.2 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 Kongwa 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 Kongwa 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 °C66 °F
28 °C82 °F
7 km/h4 mph
136 mm5.4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
19 °C66 °F
29 °C83 °F
7 km/h5 mph
76 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
19 °C66 °F
29 °C83 °F
8 km/h5 mph
108 mm4.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
19 °C66 °F
27 °C81 °F
11 km/h7 mph
73 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
May
17 °C62 °F
27 °C80 °F
12 km/h8 mph
12 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
15 °C59 °F
26 °C79 °F
12 km/h8 mph
1 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C57 °F
25 °C78 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C58 °F
26 °C80 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C60 °F
28 °C82 °F
14 km/h9 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
17 °C62 °F
29 °C85 °F
13 km/h8 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
18 °C65 °F
30 °C86 °F
12 km/h7 mph
46 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C66 °F
29 °C85 °F
9 km/h6 mph
93 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in