Climate Insights for Musoma

Musoma Municipal, Mara Region, Tanzania

Hottest
February
27°C peak81°F peak
Coldest
July
21°C low69°F low
Wettest
April
212 mm rain8.3 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Musoma is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,270 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 212 mm of rainfall. Musoma sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Musoma is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 50 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 8.3 in of rainfall. Musoma sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 24°Min: 21°FebMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 22°MarMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 22°AprMax: 26°Average: 24°Min: 21°MayMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°JunMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°JulMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°AugMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°SepMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°OctMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°NovMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 21°DecMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 21°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 79°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°FFebMax: 81°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°FMarMax: 81°FAverage: 75°FMin: 71°FAprMax: 79°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°FMayMax: 80°FAverage: 75°FMin: 70°FJunMax: 81°FAverage: 75°FMin: 70°FJulMax: 81°FAverage: 75°FMin: 69°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°FSepMax: 80°FAverage: 75°FMin: 71°FOctMax: 80°FAverage: 75°FMin: 71°FNovMax: 79°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°FDecMax: 79°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°F
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Musoma has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.Musoma has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 12°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 75°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 10°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 83mmFebPrecipitation: 73mmMarPrecipitation: 149mmAprPrecipitation: 212mmMayPrecipitation: 108mmJunPrecipitation: 31mmJulPrecipitation: 30mmAugPrecipitation: 61mmSepPrecipitation: 85mmOctPrecipitation: 124mmNovPrecipitation: 170mmDecPrecipitation: 146mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.3inFebPrecipitation: 2.9inMarPrecipitation: 5.9inAprPrecipitation: 8.3inMayPrecipitation: 4.2inJunPrecipitation: 1.2inJulPrecipitation: 1.2inAugPrecipitation: 2.4inSepPrecipitation: 3.3inOctPrecipitation: 4.9inNovPrecipitation: 6.7inDecPrecipitation: 5.7in
Precipitation

Musoma is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,270 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 106 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 212 mm of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 30 mm. That's 182 mm 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.Musoma is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 50 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.2 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 8.3 in of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.2 in. That's 7.2 in 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.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9km/hFebWind Speed: 10km/hMarWind Speed: 9km/hAprWind Speed: 8km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 9km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 9km/hNovWind Speed: 8km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 6mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Musoma is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 10km/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. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Musoma is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan24°74°F
Feb24°76°F
Mar24°75°F
Apr24°74°F
May24°75°F
Jun24°75°F
Jul24°75°F
Aug24°74°F
Sep24°75°F
Oct24°75°F
Nov23°74°F
Dec23°74°F

The best time to visit Musoma is during January, February, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 60 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Musoma is during January, February, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.4 in per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Musoma 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 Musoma 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
21 °C70 °F
26 °C79 °F
9 km/h6 mph
83 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
22 °C71 °F
27 °C81 °F
10 km/h6 mph
73 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
22 °C71 °F
27 °C81 °F
9 km/h6 mph
149 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
21 °C70 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
212 mm8.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
21 °C70 °F
27 °C80 °F
8 km/h5 mph
108 mm4.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
21 °C70 °F
27 °C81 °F
9 km/h6 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C69 °F
27 °C81 °F
10 km/h6 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
21 °C70 °F
27 °C81 °F
10 km/h6 mph
61 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
21 °C71 °F
27 °C80 °F
10 km/h6 mph
85 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
21 °C71 °F
27 °C80 °F
9 km/h6 mph
124 mm4.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C70 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
170 mm6.7 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
21 °C70 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
146 mm5.7 in
0 cm0 in