Climate Insights for Gombe

The climate in Gombe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1115mm of precipitation falls per year. Gombe receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gombe sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Gombe sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 29°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Gombe is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1115mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 93mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 162mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 40mm. That's 123mm less than April, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Gombe 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 July, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 6km/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 pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 7km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

It is currently summer in Gombe, which began on June 21, 2026. Gombe 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in June near 18°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

The best time to visit Gombe is during January, February, June, July, August and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 62mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gombe 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.