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The weather guide for Tanzania (Dar es Salaam) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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When is the best time to go to Dar es Salaam?

The best time to go to Dar es Salaam is June, July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

  • 32°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Dar es Salaam32
    Jan
  • 32°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Dar es Salaam32
    Feb
  • 32°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Dar es Salaam32
    Mar
  • 31°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Dar es Salaam31
    Apr
  • 30°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Dar es Salaam30
    May
  • 29°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Dar es Salaam29
    Jun
  • 29°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Dar es Salaam29
    Jul
  • 29°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Dar es Salaam29
    Aug
  • 30°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Dar es Salaam30
    Sep
  • 31°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Dar es Salaam31
    Oct
  • 31°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Dar es Salaam31
    Nov
  • 32°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Dar es Salaam32
    Dec

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Which is the hottest month in Dar es Salaam?

The hottest time of year in Dar es Salaam is normally March. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 32°C with very high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Dar es Salaam?

In terms of rainfall, April is usually the wettest month in Dar es Salaam with 229mm on average. There are normally 17 days in April with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Dar es Salaam?

The sunniest time of year in Dar es Salaam is normally October with bright sunshine on average for 69% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Dar es Salaam?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Dar es Salaam in March when the water temperature reaches 29°C.

Compare Dar es Salaam weather with the USA

Below the Dar es Salaam weather chart shows average maximum daytime temperature for Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and the USA (Washington).

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