Climate Insights for Sumbawanga

Sumbawanga Urban, Rukwa Region, Tanzania

Hottest
October
26°C peak78°F peak
Coldest
July
10°C low50°F low
Wettest
December
327 mm rain12.9 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sumbawanga is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 1,674 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 327 mm of rainfall. Sumbawanga sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Sumbawanga is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 65.9 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 12.9 in of rainfall. Sumbawanga sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 15°FebMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 15°MarMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 15°AprMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 15°MayMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 13°JunMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 11°JulMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 10°AugMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°SepMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 14°OctMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 16°NovMax: 24°Average: 20°Min: 16°DecMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 15°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 58°FFebMax: 73°FAverage: 65°FMin: 58°FMarMax: 73°FAverage: 65°FMin: 58°FAprMax: 73°FAverage: 65°FMin: 58°FMayMax: 73°FAverage: 63°FMin: 55°FJunMax: 73°FAverage: 62°FMin: 51°FJulMax: 73°FAverage: 61°FMin: 50°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 53°FSepMax: 78°FAverage: 67°FMin: 57°FOctMax: 78°FAverage: 69°FMin: 60°FNovMax: 76°FAverage: 67°FMin: 60°FDecMax: 72°FAverage: 65°FMin: 59°F
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Sumbawanga sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 10°C to 26°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Sumbawanga sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 50°F to 78°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 50°F and an average of 61°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 318mmFebPrecipitation: 246mmMarPrecipitation: 298mmAprPrecipitation: 199mmMayPrecipitation: 38mmJunPrecipitation: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 2mmSepPrecipitation: 5mmOctPrecipitation: 50mmNovPrecipitation: 189mmDecPrecipitation: 327mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 12.5inFebPrecipitation: 9.7inMarPrecipitation: 11.7inAprPrecipitation: 7.8inMayPrecipitation: 1.5inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0.2inOctPrecipitation: 2inNovPrecipitation: 7.4inDecPrecipitation: 12.9in
Precipitation

Sumbawanga is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,674 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 140 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 327 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1 mm. That's 326 mm less than December, 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.Sumbawanga is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 65.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.5 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 12.9 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 12.8 in less than December, 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: 5km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 8km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 8km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 9km/hSepWind Speed: 9km/hOctWind Speed: 9km/hNovWind Speed: 8km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 6mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Sumbawanga is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/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 9km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 7km/h in autumn.Sumbawanga is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph 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 5mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan18°64°F
Feb18°65°F
Mar18°65°F
Apr18°65°F
May17°63°F
Jun16°62°F
Jul16°61°F
Aug18°64°F
Sep20°67°F
Oct21°69°F
Nov20°67°F
Dec18°65°F

The best time to visit Sumbawanga is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 16 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Sumbawanga is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 in per month. 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 Sumbawanga 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 Sumbawanga 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
15 °C58 °F
22 °C71 °F
5 km/h3 mph
318 mm12.5 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
15 °C58 °F
23 °C73 °F
5 km/h3 mph
246 mm9.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
15 °C58 °F
23 °C73 °F
6 km/h3 mph
298 mm11.7 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
15 °C58 °F
23 °C73 °F
8 km/h5 mph
199 mm7.8 in
0 cm0 in
May
13 °C55 °F
23 °C73 °F
8 km/h5 mph
38 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C51 °F
23 °C73 °F
8 km/h5 mph
1 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
10 °C50 °F
23 °C73 °F
9 km/h5 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C53 °F
24 °C76 °F
9 km/h5 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C57 °F
25 °C78 °F
9 km/h5 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
16 °C60 °F
26 °C78 °F
9 km/h6 mph
50 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
16 °C60 °F
24 °C76 °F
8 km/h5 mph
189 mm7.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
15 °C59 °F
22 °C72 °F
6 km/h4 mph
327 mm12.9 in
0 cm0 in