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Weather in Tanzania


Sunny Weather in Zanzibar

Because of its varied topography, the weather in Tanzania changes depending on where in the country you go.

In general, the weather in Tanzania’s coastal zones is hot and humid.

On the coast, the rainy season is from March to June.

The weather in Tanzania’s north is cool.

The rainy period in the north is from November to December and again from February to May.

In general, most people consider the weather in Tanzania to be at its best from mid-June to October.

However, these months can be dry and dusty in the central plateau and can be cold at high altitudes such as Kilimanjaro and Ngorongoro Crater.

July to September is usually considered the best time of year for a safari in Tanzania, as the weather is temperate and the annual wildebeest migration takes place during these months.

The weather in Tanzania is at its worst from late March to May, which is the rainiest season in Tanzania.

Tanzania also experiences rain from late October to mid-December.

Late December to March is warm in Tanzania, and is a good time to visit if you want to go on safari or climb Kilimanjaro.

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