Climate Insights for Tanga
Climate Overview
The climate in Tanga is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,016 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 235 mm of rainfall. Tanga sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Tanga is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 40 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 9.2 in of rainfall. Tanga sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Tanga sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 33°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August 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 7°C between highs and lows.Tanga sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 69°F to 92°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 92°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 76°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Tanga is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,016 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 85 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 235 mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 24 mm. That's 210 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.Tanga is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 40 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.3 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 9.3 in of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.9 in. That's 8.3 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
Tanga 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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 8km/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.Tanga 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 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Tanga is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 44 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Tanga is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.7 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 92°F. 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 Tanga 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 Tanga 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.