Bugene, Tanzania experiences average highs of 24°C (75°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 12 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Bugene, Tanzania Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Bugene, Tanzania. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Aug 
Wetter season: Mar–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.3/10
Best: June, July
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 24°C / 15°C
Feels Like 26°C / 15°C
Rainy Days 12
Rainfall 66 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 76%
Wind Speed 10 km/h
Dew Point 15°C
Hottest Month
26°C
February
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 9 days
Coldest Month
14°C
July
Avg High 26°C
Rain 3 days
Driest Month
3 days
June
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 14°C
Windiest Month
13 km/h
July (Gusts 34)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April, November, December due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:00
Daylight 12h
Sunset 19:03
Live conditions —
Bugene on the map · live conditions
Bugene, Tanzania
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Tanzania
- City
- Bugene
- Population
- 10.6K
- Coordinates
- -1.59°, 31.14°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 17 days/mo
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 12 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 15 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 14°C
Rain 5 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 24°C / 15°C . Feb: 26°C / 15°C . Mar: 25°C / 15°C . Apr: 24°C / 15°C . May: 24°C / 15°C . Jun: 25°C / 14°C . Jul: 26°C / 14°C . Aug: 25°C / 14°C . Sep: 25°C / 14°C . Oct: 24°C / 15°C . Nov: 23°C / 15°C . Dec: 24°C / 15°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 50 mm. Feb: 49 mm. Mar: 81 mm. Apr: 128 mm. May: 62 mm. Jun: 16 mm. Jul: 16 mm. Aug: 46 mm. Sep: 72 mm. Oct: 86 mm. Nov: 105 mm. Dec: 75 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 79%. Feb: 77%. Mar: 79%. Apr: 84%. May: 80%. Jun: 68%. Jul: 61%. Aug: 68%. Sep: 75%. Oct: 79%. Nov: 83%. Dec: 83%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 9 km/h . Feb: 9 km/h . Mar: 9 km/h . Apr: 9 km/h . May: 11 km/h . Jun: 12 km/h . Jul: 13 km/h . Aug: 12 km/h . Sep: 11 km/h . Oct: 11 km/h . Nov: 9 km/h . Dec: 9 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 9h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 8.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 27°C | Feb · 26°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 14°C | Jul · 14°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 124 mm | Apr · 128 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 12 km/h | Jul · 13 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Excellent 
February
Excellent March
Good April
Good May
Excellent June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August
Excellent September
Good October
Good November
Good December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C / 15°C | 26°C / 16°C | 10days (50 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 79% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February | 26°C / 15°C | 27°C / 16°C | 9days (49 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 77% Humid | 9.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 25°C / 15°C | 27°C / 16°C | 15days (81 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 79% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 24°C / 15°C | 26°C / 16°C | 19days (128 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 84% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| May | 24°C / 15°C | 25°C / 15°C | 11days (62 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 80% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 25°C / 14°C | 24°C / 14°C | 3days (16 mm) Excellent | 10.9h Excellent | 68% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 26°C / 14°C | 25°C / 14°C | 3days (16 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 61% Muggy | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August | 25°C / 14°C | 25°C / 15°C | 9days (46 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 68% Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September | 25°C / 14°C | 26°C / 15°C | 15days (72 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October | 24°C / 15°C | 26°C / 15°C | 16days (86 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 79% Humid | 8.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| November | 23°C / 15°C | 25°C / 15°C | 19days (105 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 83% Humid | 8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December | 24°C / 15°C | 25°C / 15°C | 16days (75 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 83% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Bugene are June, July, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Bugene, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Bugene is February, with average daytime highs of 26°C (78°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Bugene is July, with average overnight lows of 14°C (57°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Bugene is April, averaging 128mm of precipitation across 19 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Bugene runs through April, November, October, December, with the heaviest rainfall in April. Based on 10-year averages for Bugene.
Bugene receives approximately 123 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Bugene.
The least favorable months to visit Bugene are March, April, November, December, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider June, July instead.
The annual average UV index in Bugene is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Bugene is 76%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Bugene are 10 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 13 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 34 km/h / 21 mph).
Bugene averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 70%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Bugene is 15°C (59°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Bugene has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Bugene ranges from 15°C (59°F) to 26°C (79°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, July is a great time to visit Bugene. It earns a climate score of 9.5/10 with Excellent.
For July in Bugene, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 26°C (78°F) and 3 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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