Climate Insights for Nkoaranga

Meru, Arusha Region, Tanzania

Hottest
February
27°C peak
Coldest
July
11°C low
Wettest
April
158mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Nkoaranga is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 790mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 158mm of rainfall. Nkoaranga sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° Feb Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 15° Mar Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° Apr Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 16° May Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 14° Jun Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 12° Jul Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 11° Aug Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 12° Sep Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° Oct Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 14° Nov Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15° Dec Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15°
Max
Average
Min

Nkoaranga sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 27°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 99mm Feb Precipitation: 73mm Mar Precipitation: 144mm Apr Precipitation: 158mm May Precipitation: 39mm Jun Precipitation: 7mm Jul Precipitation: 5mm Aug Precipitation: 5mm Sep Precipitation: 4mm Oct Precipitation: 36mm Nov Precipitation: 125mm Dec Precipitation: 95mm
Precipitation

Nkoaranga is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 790mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 66mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 158mm of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 4mm. That's 154mm 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/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 11km/h Jun Wind Speed: 11km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 12km/h Sep Wind Speed: 12km/h Oct Wind Speed: 11km/h Nov Wind Speed: 9km/h Dec Wind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed

Nkoaranga is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 7km/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 12km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 9km/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 Nkoaranga, which began on March 20, 2026. Nkoaranga 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 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 11°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 13 to 25°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 165mm for the season, averaging 55mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 15 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 268mm for the season, averaging 89mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 14 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 341mm across the season with a monthly average of 114mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 11 to 22°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 17mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 20°
Feb 21°
Mar 21°
Apr 20°
May 18°
Jun 16°
Jul 16°
Aug 17°
Sep 18°
Oct 20°
Nov 20°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit Nkoaranga is during January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 40mm 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 Nkoaranga 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
15 °C
26 °C
8 km/h
99 mm
0 cm
Feb
15 °C
27 °C
8 km/h
73 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
16 °C
27 °C
8 km/h
144 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
24 °C
9 km/h
158 mm
0 cm
May
14 °C
22 °C
11 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
Jun
12 °C
21 °C
11 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Jul
11 °C
21 °C
12 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Aug
12 °C
22 °C
12 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Sep
13 °C
24 °C
12 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Oct
14 °C
25 °C
11 km/h
36 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
25 °C
9 km/h
125 mm
0 cm
Dec
15 °C
25 °C
7 km/h
95 mm
0 cm
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