Mpanda, Tanzania experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 18°C (64°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.
Mpanda, Tanzania Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Mpanda, Tanzania. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: May–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.9/10
Best: May, June, July, August, September
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 29°C / 18°C
Feels Like 30°C / 19°C
Rainy Days 12
Rainfall 84 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 63%
Wind Speed 11 km/h
Dew Point 15°C
Hottest Month
32°C
September
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 0 days
Coldest Month
16°C
July
Avg High 28°C
Rain 0 days
Driest Month
0 days
June
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 16°C
Windiest Month
13 km/h
September (Gusts 35)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding February, March, November due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:04
Daylight 11.8h
Sunset 18:49
Live conditions —
Mpanda on the map · live conditions
Mpanda, Tanzania
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Tanzania
- City
- Mpanda
- Population
- 204.3K
- Coordinates
- -6.34°, 31.07°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 7 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 24 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 16 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 0 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: 27°C / 18°C . Feb: 28°C / 19°C . Mar: 28°C / 19°C . Apr: 27°C / 19°C . May: 28°C / 18°C . Jun: 28°C / 16°C . Jul: 28°C / 16°C . Aug: 30°C / 17°C . Sep: 32°C / 19°C . Oct: 32°C / 20°C . Nov: 29°C / 19°C . Dec: 27°C / 19°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 172 mm. Feb: 146 mm. Mar: 172 mm. Apr: 165 mm. May: 20 mm. Jun: 0 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 0 mm. Sep: 1 mm. Oct: 32 mm. Nov: 112 mm. Dec: 187 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 81%. Feb: 80%. Mar: 80%. Apr: 80%. May: 65%. Jun: 51%. Jul: 46%. Aug: 41%. Sep: 39%. Oct: 47%. Nov: 66%. Dec: 79%.
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: 11 km/h . May: 12 km/h . Jun: 12 km/h . Jul: 13 km/h . Aug: 13 km/h . Sep: 13 km/h . Oct: 13 km/h . Nov: 11 km/h . Dec: 9 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 10h. May: 11h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 8. 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 is trending drier by about 17 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Sep 2025 · 32°C | Sep · 32°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 16°C | Jul · 16°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 177 mm | Dec · 187 mm |
| Windiest month | May 2025 · 13 km/h | Sep · 13 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Wet March
Wet April
Wet May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Good November
Good December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 18°C | 30°C / 21°C | 25days (172 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 81% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 28°C / 19°C | 32°C / 21°C | 21days (146 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 80% Humid | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 28°C / 19°C | 32°C / 21°C | 23days (172 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 80% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 27°C / 19°C | 30°C / 21°C | 21days (165 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 80% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May best | 28°C / 18°C | 29°C / 19°C | 5days (20 mm) Good | 10.7h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 28°C / 16°C | 28°C / 16°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 51% Moderate | 7.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 28°C / 16°C | 28°C / 15°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 46% Moderate | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 30°C / 17°C | 30°C / 16°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 41% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 32°C / 19°C | 32°C / 18°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 11.2h Excellent | 39% Comfortable | 9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 32°C / 20°C | 33°C / 21°C | 5days (32 mm) Good | 10.9h Excellent | 47% Moderate | 9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| November | 29°C / 19°C | 31°C / 21°C | 15days (112 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 66% Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December | 27°C / 19°C | 30°C / 21°C | 25days (187 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 79% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Mpanda are May, June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Mpanda, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Mpanda is September, with average daytime highs of 32°C (89°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Mpanda is July, with average overnight lows of 16°C (60°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Mpanda is December, averaging 187mm of precipitation across 25 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Mpanda runs through January, December, March, February, with the heaviest rainfall in January. Based on 10-year averages for Mpanda.
Mpanda receives approximately 123 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is September with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Mpanda.
The least favorable months to visit Mpanda are February, March, November, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Mpanda is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Mpanda is 63%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Mpanda are 11 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is September with peak winds reaching 13 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 35 km/h / 21 mph).
Mpanda averages 4 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 60%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Mpanda is 15°C (59°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Mpanda 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 Mpanda ranges from 19°C (66°F) to 30°C (86°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Mpanda. It earns a climate score of 9.7/10 with Excellent.
For June in Mpanda, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 28°C (83°F) and 0 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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