Mapinga, Tanzania experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 14 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Mapinga, Tanzania Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Mapinga, Tanzania. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.7/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 29°C / 24°C
Feels Like 33°C / 27°C
Rainy Days 14
Rainfall 85 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 79%
Wind Speed 16 km/h
Dew Point 22°C
Hottest Month
31°C
February
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 11 days
Coldest Month
22°C
August
Avg High 28°C
Rain 7 days
Driest Month
5 days
July
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 22°C
Windiest Month
18 km/h
January (Gusts 33)
Sea Temperature
26°C – 30°C
Warmest water: March (
30°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, December due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:32
Daylight 11.7h
Sunset 18:17
Live conditions —
Mapinga on the map · live conditions
Mapinga, Tanzania
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Tanzania
- City
- Mapinga
- Population
- 40K
- Coordinates
- -6.60°, 39.07°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 12 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 16 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 20 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 6 days/mo
3/3 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: 30°C / 26°C . Feb: 31°C / 26°C . Mar: 31°C / 25°C . Apr: 29°C / 24°C . May: 28°C / 23°C . Jun: 28°C / 22°C . Jul: 28°C / 22°C . Aug: 28°C / 22°C . Sep: 29°C / 22°C . Oct: 30°C / 23°C . Nov: 30°C / 24°C . Dec: 30°C / 25°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 67 mm. Feb: 43 mm. Mar: 131 mm. Apr: 273 mm. May: 126 mm. Jun: 26 mm. Jul: 18 mm. Aug: 23 mm. Sep: 21 mm. Oct: 71 mm. Nov: 115 mm. Dec: 110 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 78%. Feb: 77%. Mar: 80%. Apr: 86%. May: 82%. Jun: 77%. Jul: 75%. Aug: 76%. Sep: 76%. Oct: 77%. Nov: 80%. Dec: 81%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 18 km/h . Feb: 17 km/h . Mar: 14 km/h . Apr: 15 km/h . May: 16 km/h . Jun: 17 km/h . Jul: 18 km/h . Aug: 17 km/h . Sep: 17 km/h . Oct: 17 km/h . Nov: 15 km/h . Dec: 15 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 8h. May: 9h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature swim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 30°C . Feb: 30°C . Mar: 30°C . Apr: 29°C . May: 28°C . Jun: 28°C . Jul: 27°C . Aug: 26°C . Sep: 27°C . Oct: 28°C . Nov: 29°C . Dec: 30°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 9. Dec: UV 9.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 25 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 32°C | Feb · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 21°C | Aug · 22°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 303 mm | Apr · 273 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 20 km/h | Jan · 18 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Poor March
Wet April
Wet May
Fair June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Fair November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 26°C | 35°C / 30°C | 14days (67 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 78% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| February | 31°C / 26°C | 36°C / 30°C | 11days (43 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 77% Humid | 9.1 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| March | 31°C / 25°C | 37°C / 30°C | 19days (131 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 29°C / 24°C | 34°C / 28°C | 27days (273 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 28°C / 23°C | 32°C / 26°C | 15days (126 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 82% Humid | 7.1 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| June best | 28°C / 22°C | 30°C / 25°C | 6days (26 mm) Good | 10.5h Excellent | 77% Humid | 7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 28°C / 22°C | 29°C / 24°C | 5days (18 mm) Good | 10.8h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 28°C / 22°C | 31°C / 25°C | 7days (23 mm) Good | 10.9h Excellent | 76% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 29°C / 22°C | 32°C / 26°C | 6days (21 mm) Good | 11.1h Excellent | 76% Humid | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 30°C / 23°C | 34°C / 27°C | 11days (71 mm) Wet | 11.1h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 24°C | 35°C / 29°C | 19days (115 mm) Wet | 11.1h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 30°C / 25°C | 36°C / 30°C | 22days (110 mm) Wet | 11.1h Excellent | 81% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Mapinga are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Mapinga, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Mapinga is February, with average daytime highs of 31°C (88°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Mapinga is August, with average overnight lows of 22°C (71°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Mapinga is April, averaging 273mm of precipitation across 27 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Mapinga runs through April, December, March, November, with the heaviest rainfall in April. Based on 10-year averages for Mapinga.
Mapinga receives approximately 126 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is September with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Mapinga.
The least favorable months to visit Mapinga are March, December, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Mapinga is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Mapinga is 79%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 28°C (82°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Mapinga are 16 km/h (10 mph). The windiest month is January with peak winds reaching 18 km/h (11 mph) (gusts up to 33 km/h / 20 mph).
Mapinga averages 2 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 53%. The clearest skies occur in June.
The annual average dew point in Mapinga is 22°C (72°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Mapinga 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 Mapinga ranges from 27°C (81°F) to 33°C (91°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Mapinga. It earns a climate score of 8.7/10 with Excellent.
For June in Mapinga, pack Umbrella, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses. With average highs of 28°C (83°F) and 6 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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