Climate Insights for Mbamba Bay

, Ruvuma Region, Tanzania

Hottest
November
27°C peak
Coldest
July
17°C low
Wettest
January
522mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mbamba Bay is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 2505mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 522mm of rainfall. Mbamba Bay 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 17°C.

Temperature

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

Mbamba Bay has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 19°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 522mm Feb Precipitation: 400mm Mar Precipitation: 474mm Apr Precipitation: 276mm May Precipitation: 50mm Jun Precipitation: 32mm Jul Precipitation: 25mm Aug Precipitation: 14mm Sep Precipitation: 9mm Oct Precipitation: 37mm Nov Precipitation: 190mm Dec Precipitation: 476mm
Precipitation

Mbamba Bay is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2505mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 209mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 522mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 9mm. That's 513mm 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 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 10km/h Mar Wind Speed: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 15km/h Jun Wind Speed: 16km/h Jul Wind Speed: 15km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 13km/h Nov Wind Speed: 11km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Mbamba Bay is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 10km/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 15km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 13km/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 Mbamba Bay, which began on March 20, 2026. Mbamba Bay 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 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 17°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 21 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 237mm for the season, averaging 79mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1397mm across the season with a monthly average of 466mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 800mm across the season with a monthly average of 267mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 17 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 71mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 24°
Feb 24°
Mar 23°
Apr 23°
May 22°
Jun 20°
Jul 19°
Aug 21°
Sep 23°
Oct 25°
Nov 25°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Mbamba Bay 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 28mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 27°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 Mbamba Bay 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
22 °C
25 °C
12 km/h
522 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
26 °C
10 km/h
400 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
22 °C
25 °C
11 km/h
474 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
24 °C
14 km/h
276 mm
0 cm
May
20 °C
23 °C
15 km/h
50 mm
0 cm
Jun
18 °C
22 °C
16 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
Jul
17 °C
21 °C
15 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
23 °C
14 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
25 °C
13 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
27 °C
13 km/h
37 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
27 °C
11 km/h
190 mm
0 cm
Dec
22 °C
26 °C
10 km/h
476 mm
0 cm
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