Climate Insights for Kiwira

Rungwe, Mbeya Region, Tanzania

Hottest
October
26°C peak
Coldest
July
10°C low
Wettest
December
511mm rain
Best to Visit
May, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kiwira is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 2604mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 511mm of rainfall. Kiwira 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: 24° Average: 20° Min: 17° Feb Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 17° Mar Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 17° Apr Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 16° May Max: 21° Average: 17° Min: 14° Jun Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 11° Jul Max: 20° Average: 14° Min: 10° Aug Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 12° Sep Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14° Oct Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Nov Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 17° Dec Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 17°
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Kiwira 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 20°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 472mm Feb Precipitation: 373mm Mar Precipitation: 430mm Apr Precipitation: 302mm May Precipitation: 98mm Jun Precipitation: 18mm Jul Precipitation: 23mm Aug Precipitation: 12mm Sep Precipitation: 17mm Oct Precipitation: 91mm Nov Precipitation: 256mm Dec Precipitation: 511mm
Precipitation

Kiwira is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2604mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 217mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 511mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 12mm. That's 499mm 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/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 1km/h Feb Wind Speed: 1km/h Mar Wind Speed: 1km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 1km/h
Wind Speed

Kiwira is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

93 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Kiwira, which began on June 21, 2026. Kiwira sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in October at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 10°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 14 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 364mm across the season with a monthly average of 121mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 17 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1357mm across the season with a monthly average of 452mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 14 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 831mm across the season with a monthly average of 277mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 10 to 22°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 53mm over the season and a monthly average of 18mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 20°
Mar 20°
Apr 19°
May 17°
Jun 15°
Jul 14°
Aug 16°
Sep 19°
Oct 20°
Nov 20°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit Kiwira is during May, 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 54mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 10°C. 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 Kiwira 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
17 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
472 mm
0 cm
Feb
17 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
373 mm
0 cm
Mar
17 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
430 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
302 mm
0 cm
May
14 °C
21 °C
2 km/h
98 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
11 °C
20 °C
2 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Jul
10 °C
20 °C
2 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Aug
12 °C
22 °C
2 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Sep
14 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
91 mm
0 cm
Nov
17 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
256 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
511 mm
0 cm
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