Climate Insights for Maposeni

Songea, Ruvuma Region, Tanzania

Hottest
November
29°C peak
Coldest
July
12°C low
Wettest
January
323mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Maposeni is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1239mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 323mm of rainfall. Maposeni is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: November, October, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19° Feb Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 19° Mar Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° Apr Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 17° May Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14° Jun Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 12° Jul Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 12° Aug Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 13° Sep Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 15° Oct Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 17° Nov Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Dec Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19°
Max
Average
Min

Maposeni sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 29°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 323mm Feb Precipitation: 257mm Mar Precipitation: 247mm Apr Precipitation: 108mm May Precipitation: 11mm Jun Precipitation: 2mm Jul Precipitation: 3mm Aug Precipitation: 3mm Sep Precipitation: 2mm Oct Precipitation: 23mm Nov Precipitation: 72mm Dec Precipitation: 189mm
Precipitation

Maposeni is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1239mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 103mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 323mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 2mm. That's 322mm 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: 11km/h May Wind Speed: 12km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/h Jul Wind Speed: 13km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 15km/h Oct Wind Speed: 15km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Maposeni is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 15km/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 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 13km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Maposeni, which began on March 20, 2026. Maposeni is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in November at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 12°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 15 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 97mm over the season and a monthly average of 32mm. 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 19 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 769mm across the season with a monthly average of 256mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 14 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 366mm across the season with a monthly average of 122mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 12 to 25°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 7mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 22°
Feb 22°
Mar 22°
Apr 21°
May 19°
Jun 18°
Jul 17°
Aug 19°
Sep 21°
Oct 23°
Nov 24°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Maposeni is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 16mm per month. 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 Maposeni 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
19 °C
26 °C
9 km/h
323 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
27 °C
9 km/h
257 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
18 °C
26 °C
9 km/h
247 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
25 °C
11 km/h
108 mm
0 cm
May
14 °C
24 °C
12 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Jun
12 °C
24 °C
12 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Jul
12 °C
23 °C
13 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Aug
13 °C
25 °C
14 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Sep
15 °C
27 °C
15 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Oct
17 °C
29 °C
15 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
72 mm
0 cm
Dec
19 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
189 mm
0 cm
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