Dar es Salaam · WinterMonth summary
Dar es Salaam weather in January
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
26°C – 31°C
🌧 Rainy days
52% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.4/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (8.9/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Dar es Salaam in January?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in January (7.4/10). July scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Dar es Salaam in January by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in January
🎯 Water at 28°C and lively beaches — January is peak swimming season in Dar es Salaam Even in winter, Dar es Salaam enjoys 31°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. With 52% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (8.9/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | 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
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In January, Dar es Salaam averages 31°C, 52% rainy days and 11.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.4/10.
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Comparison
January vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 8.9/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -3°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -34%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.8h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Dar es Salaam in January
Is January a good time to visit Dar es Salaam?
January is an acceptable time for Dar es Salaam (score 7.4/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider July (8.9/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Dar es Salaam in January?
Yes, 52% of days see rain in January. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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