Weather in Dar es Salaam
What's the weather like in Dar es Salaam?
Dar es Salaam has warm year-round and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 31°C (87°F) in January to 28°C (83°F) in July, with overnight lows around 26°C (78°F) and 22°C (71°F) respectively.
No month in Dar es Salaam sits in the typical comfort range of 18–26°C. The most temperate months are usually July and August.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇹🇿 Tanzania
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
- Coordinates
- -6.792, 39.208
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C / 87°F | 26°C / 78°F | 71 mm | 25 | — |
| February | 31°C / 88°F | 26°C / 78°F | 51 mm | 22 | — |
| March | 31°C / 87°F | 25°C / 77°F | 151 mm | 28 | — |
| April | 29°C / 84°F | 24°C / 75°F | 273 mm | 30 | — |
| May | 28°C / 83°F | 23°C / 74°F | 135 mm | 26 | — |
| June | 28°C / 83°F | 22°C / 72°F | 29 mm | 21 | — |
| July | 28°C / 83°F | 22°C / 71°F | 21 mm | 25 | — |
| August | 28°C / 83°F | 22°C / 71°F | 26 mm | 26 | — |
| September | 29°C / 84°F | 22°C / 72°F | 36 mm | 26 | — |
| October | 30°C / 85°F | 23°C / 74°F | 78 mm | 25 | — |
| November | 29°C / 85°F | 24°C / 75°F | 116 mm | 27 | — |
| December | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 77°F | 108 mm | 26 | — |
Dar es Salaam by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Dar es Salaam?
The most comfortable months in Dar es Salaam are usually June, July, August, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Dar es Salaam?
February is typically the hottest month in Dar es Salaam, averaging a high of 31°C (88°F).
What is the coldest month in Dar es Salaam?
August is usually the coldest, with average lows around 22°C (71°F).
Does it snow in Dar es Salaam?
Snow is rare in Dar es Salaam; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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