The month in detail
What to expect in December
Even in winter, Moshi enjoys 29.0°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Expect rain on 34.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if September (9.1/10) remains theoretically better.
December ranks 6 out of 12 months in Moshi. Compared to November: 10 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
16°
Daylight
12.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 28
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Moshi is September (9.1/10), 0.8 pt higher than December.
Context
Our verdict
Moshi is the base camp for Kilimanjaro (5895m): the majority of treks start here or in nearby Marangu. At 900m altitude.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
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 monthFebruary · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthJune · 24°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘApril · 87%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Moshi ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
TanzaniaEquatorial tropical climate with a 9.1 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
3.35°S · 37.34°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Moshi?
September is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 18.0°C lows, 8.7h of sunshine and 11.0% rainy days. The months of September & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Moshi get in September?
Moshi averages 8.7 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Moshi?
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 Moshi in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 18.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Moshi good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Moshi scores 7.8/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 8.8/10.
When should you avoid Moshi?
April is the most difficult month to visit Moshi, with April has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Moshi in December?
The average UV index reaches 8 in December in Moshi (high), with about 12.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.