🇹🇿 Arusha vs Johannesburg 🇿🇦

Arusha, Tanzania vs Johannesburg, South Africa — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Arusha is the warmer of the two — about 2 degrees warmer on average across the year. Johannesburg is drier, with roughly 14 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇹🇿 Arusha🇿🇦 Johannesburg
Avg annual high25°C23°C
Hottest monthFebruary (28°C)October (26°C)
Coldest monthJuly (14°C low)July (4°C low)
Rainy days / year164150
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Best months to visitJune, July, AugustMay, August, September

🇹🇿 Arusha

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in February (28°C), coldest lows in July (14°C).

🇿🇦 Johannesburg

Best around May, August, September. Hottest in October (26°C), coldest lows in July (4°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Arusha or Johannesburg warmer?

Arusha is warmer overall, averaging about 2 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Arusha or Johannesburg?

Arusha is rainier — Johannesburg sees about 14 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Arusha vs Johannesburg?

Arusha is best around June, July, August; Johannesburg is best around May, August, September.

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