Climate Insights for Musoma
Musoma Municipal, Mara Region, Tanzania
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
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
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
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
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.