Climate Insights for Nanyamba

Mtwara, Mtwara Region, Tanzania

Hottest
November
31°C peak
Coldest
July
19°C low
Wettest
January
225mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Nanyamba is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1006mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 225mm of rainfall. Nanyamba is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: November, December, October. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 19°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 24° Feb Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24° Mar Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Apr Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° May Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Jun Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Jul Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Aug Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Sep Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 20° Oct Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 21° Nov Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 23° Dec Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24°
Max
Average
Min

Nanyamba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 31°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 225mm Feb Precipitation: 186mm Mar Precipitation: 193mm Apr Precipitation: 135mm May Precipitation: 28mm Jun Precipitation: 6mm Jul Precipitation: 6mm Aug Precipitation: 8mm Sep Precipitation: 12mm Oct Precipitation: 26mm Nov Precipitation: 51mm Dec Precipitation: 130mm
Precipitation

Nanyamba is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1006mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 84mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 225mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 6mm. That's 220mm less than January, 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/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 15km/h Feb Wind Speed: 13km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 15km/h May Wind Speed: 17km/h Jun Wind Speed: 17km/h Jul Wind Speed: 18km/h Aug Wind Speed: 17km/h Sep Wind Speed: 17km/h Oct Wind Speed: 17km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed

Nanyamba 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 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/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 18km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Nanyamba, which began on March 20, 2026. Nanyamba is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in November at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 19°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 89mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 542mm across the season with a monthly average of 181mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 21 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 356mm across the season with a monthly average of 119mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 20mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 27°
Feb 26°
Mar 26°
Apr 26°
May 25°
Jun 24°
Jul 23°
Aug 24°
Sep 24°
Oct 26°
Nov 27°
Dec 27°

The best time to visit Nanyamba is during May, 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 12mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Nanyamba 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
24 °C
30 °C
15 km/h
225 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
30 °C
13 km/h
186 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
23 °C
30 °C
12 km/h
193 mm
0 cm
Apr
23 °C
30 °C
15 km/h
135 mm
0 cm
May
21 °C
29 °C
17 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
Jun
20 °C
29 °C
17 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
28 °C
18 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
29 °C
17 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
30 °C
17 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
31 °C
17 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
31 °C
16 km/h
51 mm
0 cm
Dec
24 °C
31 °C
15 km/h
130 mm
0 cm
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