Climate Insights for Mwanza
Climate Overview
The climate in Mwanza is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,510 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 256 mm of rainfall. Mwanza sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Mwanza is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 59.5 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 10.1 in of rainfall. Mwanza sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Mwanza has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.Mwanza has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 11°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 74°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Mwanza is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,510 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 126 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 256 mm of rainfall. April and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 15 mm. That's 241 mm less than November, 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.Mwanza is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 59.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 10.1 in of rainfall. April and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.6 in. That's 9.5 in less than November, 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
Mwanza 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 July, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 9km/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 be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Mwanza is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap 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 8mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Mwanza is during February, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 47 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 Mwanza is during February, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.9 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 Mwanza 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 Mwanza 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.