Climate Insights for Mbeya

Tanzania

Hottest
October
26°C peak80°F peak
Coldest
July
10°C low50°F low
Wettest
January
434 mm rain17.1 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mbeya is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 2,171 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 434 mm of rainfall. Mbeya sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Mbeya is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 85.5 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 17.1 in of rainfall. Mbeya sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 16°FebMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 16°MarMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 16°AprMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 15°MayMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 13°JunMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 11°JulMax: 21°Average: 15°Min: 10°AugMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 12°SepMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 13°OctMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°NovMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 16°DecMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 16°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 73°FAverage: 66°FMin: 61°FFebMax: 75°FAverage: 67°FMin: 61°FMarMax: 75°FAverage: 66°FMin: 60°FAprMax: 73°FAverage: 65°FMin: 59°FMayMax: 72°FAverage: 63°FMin: 56°FJunMax: 71°FAverage: 60°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 71°FAverage: 59°FMin: 50°FAugMax: 75°FAverage: 62°FMin: 53°FSepMax: 78°FAverage: 66°FMin: 56°FOctMax: 80°FAverage: 69°FMin: 60°FNovMax: 78°FAverage: 69°FMin: 61°FDecMax: 75°FAverage: 67°FMin: 61°F
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Mbeya sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 10°C to 26°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Mbeya sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 50°F to 80°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 50°F and an average of 59°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mm450mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 434mmFebPrecipitation: 367mmMarPrecipitation: 421mmAprPrecipitation: 240mmMayPrecipitation: 37mmJunPrecipitation: 3mmJulPrecipitation: 2mmAugPrecipitation: 3mmSepPrecipitation: 6mmOctPrecipitation: 49mmNovPrecipitation: 192mmDecPrecipitation: 418mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 17.1inFebPrecipitation: 14.4inMarPrecipitation: 16.6inAprPrecipitation: 9.4inMayPrecipitation: 1.5inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0.2inOctPrecipitation: 1.9inNovPrecipitation: 7.6inDecPrecipitation: 16.5in
Precipitation

Mbeya is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,171 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 181 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 434 mm of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2 mm. That's 432 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.Mbeya is a very wet location, receiving approximately 85.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.1 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 17.1 in of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.1 in. That's 17 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4km/hFebWind Speed: 4km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 8km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 9km/hSepWind Speed: 9km/hOctWind Speed: 8km/hNovWind Speed: 7km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Mbeya is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5km/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 8km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Mbeya is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 2mph 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 5mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan19°66°F
Feb19°67°F
Mar19°66°F
Apr18°65°F
May17°63°F
Jun16°60°F
Jul15°59°F
Aug17°62°F
Sep19°66°F
Oct20°69°F
Nov20°69°F
Dec19°67°F

The best time to visit Mbeya is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 17 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Mbeya is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 in 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 Mbeya 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 Mbeya 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
16 °C61 °F
23 °C73 °F
4 km/h3 mph
434 mm17.1 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
16 °C61 °F
24 °C75 °F
4 km/h3 mph
367 mm14.4 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
16 °C60 °F
24 °C75 °F
5 km/h3 mph
421 mm16.6 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
15 °C59 °F
23 °C73 °F
7 km/h4 mph
240 mm9.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
13 °C56 °F
22 °C72 °F
8 km/h5 mph
37 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
22 °C71 °F
8 km/h5 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
10 °C50 °F
21 °C71 °F
9 km/h5 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C53 °F
24 °C75 °F
9 km/h5 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
13 °C56 °F
26 °C78 °F
9 km/h5 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
15 °C60 °F
26 °C80 °F
8 km/h5 mph
49 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
16 °C61 °F
26 °C78 °F
7 km/h4 mph
192 mm7.6 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
16 °C61 °F
24 °C75 °F
5 km/h3 mph
418 mm16.5 in
0 cm0 in