Climate Insights for Vikindu

Mkuranga, Coast Region, Tanzania

Hottest
February
31°C peak
Coldest
August
22°C low
Wettest
April
346mm rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Vikindu is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1310mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 346mm of rainfall. Vikindu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° Feb Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° Mar Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° Apr Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 25° May Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Jun Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23° Jul Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 23° Aug Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 22° Sep Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 22° Oct Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Nov Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° Dec Max: 30° Average: 28° Min: 26°
Max
Average
Min

Vikindu has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 71mm Feb Precipitation: 62mm Mar Precipitation: 161mm Apr Precipitation: 346mm May Precipitation: 214mm Jun Precipitation: 41mm Jul Precipitation: 29mm Aug Precipitation: 32mm Sep Precipitation: 29mm Oct Precipitation: 101mm Nov Precipitation: 112mm Dec Precipitation: 113mm
Precipitation

Vikindu is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1310mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 109mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 346mm of rainfall. May and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 29mm. That's 317mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 3km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 3km/h
Wind Speed

Vikindu is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

92 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Vikindu, which began on June 21, 2026. Vikindu 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 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 22°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 22 to 30°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 242mm for the season, averaging 81mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 31°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 246mm for the season, averaging 82mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 24 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 721mm across the season with a monthly average of 240mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 22 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 102mm over the season and a monthly average of 34mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 28°
Feb 28°
Mar 28°
Apr 27°
May 26°
Jun 25°
Jul 25°
Aug 25°
Sep 25°
Oct 26°
Nov 27°
Dec 28°

The best time to visit Vikindu is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 31mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°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 Vikindu 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
26 °C
31 °C
4 km/h
71 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
31 °C
4 km/h
62 mm
0 cm
Mar
26 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
161 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
346 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
214 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
23 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
41 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
Sep
22 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
101 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
30 °C
3 km/h
112 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
30 °C
3 km/h
113 mm
0 cm
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