Climate Insights for Mahanje

Songea, Ruvuma Region, Tanzania

Hottest
November
31°C peak
Coldest
July
13°C low
Wettest
January
332mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mahanje is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1317mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 332mm of rainfall. Mahanje sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 20° Feb Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 20° Mar Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 20° Apr Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19° May Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° Jun Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14° Jul Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 13° Aug Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 14° Sep Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 16° Oct Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 19° Nov Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20° Dec Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Mahanje sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 31°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°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 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 332mm Feb Precipitation: 260mm Mar Precipitation: 262mm Apr Precipitation: 157mm May Precipitation: 25mm Jun Precipitation: 3mm Jul Precipitation: 3mm Aug Precipitation: 4mm Sep Precipitation: 2mm Oct Precipitation: 18mm Nov Precipitation: 65mm Dec Precipitation: 188mm
Precipitation

Mahanje is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1317mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 110mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 332mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2mm. That's 330mm 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/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 9km/h Feb Wind Speed: 9km/h Mar Wind Speed: 9km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 12km/h Sep Wind Speed: 14km/h Oct Wind Speed: 14km/h Nov Wind Speed: 13km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Mahanje 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 October, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Mahanje, which began on March 20, 2026. Mahanje 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 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 13°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 16 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 85mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 20 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 779mm across the season with a monthly average of 260mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 16 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 444mm across the season with a monthly average of 148mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 13 to 26°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 10mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 23°
Mar 23°
Apr 22°
May 20°
Jun 19°
Jul 19°
Aug 20°
Sep 22°
Oct 24°
Nov 25°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Mahanje is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 9mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°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 Mahanje 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
20 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
332 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
260 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
20 °C
27 °C
9 km/h
262 mm
0 cm
Apr
19 °C
26 °C
9 km/h
157 mm
0 cm
May
16 °C
25 °C
9 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Jun
14 °C
24 °C
9 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Jul
13 °C
24 °C
10 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Aug
14 °C
26 °C
12 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Sep
16 °C
28 °C
14 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
30 °C
14 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
31 °C
13 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
29 °C
11 km/h
188 mm
0 cm
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