Dar es Salaam, TanzaniaQuick decision
When to visit Dar es Salaam?
🌞 Best time overall
July
🌡️ Optimal temperature
22°C–28°C in July
🌧 Least rain
18% rainy days in July
🌧 Wettest month
April (89%)
📅 Best score
8.9/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Kigamboni beachesJun–Oct — wild beaches, kitesurfing, fresh seafood.
Bongoyo IslandJun–Oct — snorkeling 30 min by boat, pristine reefs.
Kivukoni Fish MarketYear-round — ultra-fresh grilled fish, harbor atmosphere.
BudgetJun–Oct — peak season but very low prices, accommodation €15–25.
Monthly climate data
Dar es Salaam weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 26°C | 31°C | 52% | 2.9 | 11.8h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 26°C | 31°C | 42% | 2.0 | 11.7h | 7.6/10 |
| ⛅ March | 25°C | 31°C | 66% | 4.4 | 11.3h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 24°C | 29°C | 89% | 11.0 | 10.1h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 23°C | 29°C | 52% | 4.5 | 11.1h | 7.6/10 |
| ☀️ June | 22°C | 29°C | 22% | 1.2 | 11.0h | 8.5/10 |
| ☀️ July | 22°C | 28°C | 18% | 0.7 | 11.0h | 8.9/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 22°C | 29°C | 33% | 0.9 | 11.0h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 22°C | 29°C | 44% | 1.2 | 11.4h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 23°C | 29°C | 51% | 2.8 | 11.9h | 7.8/10 |
| ⛅ November | 24°C | 30°C | 64% | 3.7 | 12.0h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ December | 25°C | 30°C | 68% | 3.8 | 12.0h | 7.3/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 30°C, 69% rainy days, 10.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time
Average 29°C, 24% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 8.6/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 29°C, 53% rainy days, 11.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.7/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 31°C, 54% rainy days, 11.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
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Tip : March, April offer a good weather/price balance — decent score with fewer crowds.
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FAQ
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July is ideal with 18% rainy days and 28°C.
April is the wettest month with 89% rainy days.
Yes, July is the best month with an average of 28°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.4/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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