The month in detail
What to expect in October
October is peak dry season in Dar es Salaam. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain risk remains low (17% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if July (8.9/10) remains theoretically better.
October ranks 3 out of 12 months in Dar es Salaam. Compared to September: 5 pts more rainy days, +0.5h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in October
UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
very humid
22°
Sea
28°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 21
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Is October the right month?
The best month in Dar es Salaam is July (8.9/10), 0.1 pt higher than October.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Tanzania
🗣️LanguageSwahili
💶CurrencyShilling tanzanien (TSh)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJanuary · 31°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 28°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘApril · 55%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Dar es Salaam ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
TanzaniaEquatorial tropical climate with a 8.9 → 4.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
6.79°S · 39.28°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Dar es Salaam?
August is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 8.6h of sunshine and 10.0% rainy days. The months of August & July offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Dar es Salaam get in August?
Dar es Salaam averages 8.6 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Dar es Salaam?
April is the most unfavourable month with April has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Dar es Salaam in August?
In August, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Dar es Salaam good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Dar es Salaam scores 5.6/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 8.6/10.
When should you avoid Dar es Salaam?
April is the most difficult month to visit Dar es Salaam, with April has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Dar es Salaam in October?
In October, the sea averages 28°C in Dar es Salaam: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Dar es Salaam in October?
The average UV index reaches 9 in October in Dar es Salaam (very high), with about 12.2h of daylight. Protection essential.