Climate Insights for Moshi

The climate in Moshi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 485mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 127mm of rainfall. Moshi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Moshi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 33°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Moshi is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 485mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 40mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 127mm of rainfall. May and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 9mm. That's 117mm 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.

Moshi 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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 8km/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. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 9km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Moshi, which began on March 20, 2026. Moshi 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 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 16°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Moshi is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 27mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Moshi 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.