Climate Insights for Mkuranga

The climate in Mkuranga is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1104mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 280mm of rainfall. Mkuranga sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Mkuranga sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 32°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.

Mkuranga is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1104mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 92mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 280mm of rainfall. March and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 21mm. That's 259mm less than April, 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.

Mkuranga is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h 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 18km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Mkuranga, which began on March 20, 2026. Mkuranga sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 21°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Mkuranga is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 22mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mkuranga 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.