2026 Climate Averages

Arusha & Serengeti: Weather Guide & Climate

Complete month-by-month weather guide: Arusha & Serengeti. Best time to visit: January, February, June, July, August, September, October. Plan your trip with detailed climate data.

☀️ Climate Overview

Arusha & Serengeti has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 26°C, lows of 16°C, and approximately 9 rainy days per month.

The best time to visit Arusha & Serengeti is during January, February, June, July, August, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is moderate

Drier season: Feb–Oct Wetter season: Jan–Dec

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Hottest

29°C February
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 9 days

Coldest

13°C June
Avg High 22°C
Rain 6 days

Driest Month

2 rainy days September
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 14°C

Windiest Month

16 km/h

September (gusts 35)

Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 14 days ahead

Weather by Season

Spring

Sep–Nov

High 27°C
Low 16°C
Rain 6 days
Crowds
Busy
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Summer

Dec–Feb

High 28°C
Low 17°C
Rain 10 days
Crowds
Busy
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Autumn

Mar–May

High 26°C
Low 17°C
Rain 17 days
Crowds
Quiet
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Winter

Jun–Aug

High 23°C
Low 13°C
Rain 5 days
Crowds
Very Busy
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Arusha & Serengeti

Gateway to Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater with Big Five safaris, wildebeest migration, Maasai culture, and Mount Kilimanjaro views.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of climate does Arusha & Serengeti have?
Arusha & Serengeti has a warm climate with average yearly temperatures of 26°C and 16°C.
When is the best time to visit Arusha & Serengeti?
The best time to visit Arusha & Serengeti is during January, February, June, July, August, September, October, when temperatures average around 28°C and conditions are ideal for sightseeing.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Arusha & Serengeti?
The hottest month in Arusha & Serengeti is February with average highs of 29°C, while the coldest is June with average lows of 13°C.
When is the rainy season in Arusha & Serengeti?
Arusha & Serengeti sees the most rain in April (25 rainy days), while September is the driest month (2 rainy days).
Does it get cold at night in Arusha & Serengeti?
Night temperatures vary throughout the year. The coldest nights are in June (13°C), while February has the warmest evenings (17°C). Pack layers for cooler months.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Last Updated: February 2026