The month in detail
What to expect in May
In May, Arusha sees 72°F during the day with 6.5h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (23% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if February (8.9/10) remains theoretically better.
May ranks 11 out of 12 months in Arusha. Compared to April: −4°F daytime, 30 pts fewer rainy days, +1.2h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
15°
Daylight
11.8h of daylight
Air quality
excellent
AQI 18
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Arusha is February (8.9/10), 1.1 pt higher than May.
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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 city break.
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 · 82°F
❄️Coolest monthJune · 70°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘApril · 53%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is Arusha ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
TanzaniaEquatorial tropical climate with a 8.9 → 7.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
3.37°S · 36.68°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Arusha?
September is the best month with 77°F highs, 57°F lows, 8.5h of sunshine and 7.0% rainy days. The months of September & February offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Arusha get in September?
Arusha averages 8.5 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Arusha?
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 Arusha in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 57°F, while afternoon highs average 77°F.
Is Arusha good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Arusha scores 8.1/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 8.5/10.
When should you avoid Arusha?
April is the most difficult month to visit Arusha, 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 Arusha in May?
The average UV index reaches 7 in May in Arusha (high), with about 11.8h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.