2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Arusha & Serengeti in August

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

August is an excellent time to visit Arusha & Serengeti. Arusha & Serengeti has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 23°C, lows of 15°C, and approximately 8 rainy days per month.

Avg High

23°C

Avg Low

15°C

Rainy days

8days

Daylight

12h

Is August a good time to visit Arusha & Serengeti?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:39 AM

Sunset

6:39 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 25°C 17°C 25 Excellent (best)
February 26°C 17°C 21 Excellent (best)
March 25°C 18°C 28 Wet
April 23°C 17°C 29 Wet
May 22°C 16°C 16 Wet
June 22°C 15°C 10 Excellent (best)
July 21°C 14°C 11 Excellent (best)
August 23°C 15°C 8 Excellent (best)
September 25°C 15°C 6 Excellent (best)
October 27°C 17°C 9 Excellent (best)
November 25°C 17°C 23 Wet
December 27°C 16°C 10 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for August

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

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Common Questions

Is August a good time to visit Arusha & Serengeti? +

August is typically Excellent for visiting Arusha & Serengeti, with average highs of 23°C and around 8 rainy days.

What should I pack for Arusha & Serengeti in August? +

With highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Arusha & Serengeti in August? +

Arusha & Serengeti typically sees around 8 rainy days in August.

How many hours of daylight are there in Arusha & Serengeti in August? +

In August, Arusha & Serengeti gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day.

Is August peak season in Arusha & Serengeti? +

Yes, August is peak season in Arusha & Serengeti. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Arusha & Serengeti? +

The best months to visit Arusha & Serengeti are January, February, June, July, August, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

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

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Africa/Dar_es_Salaam)

Last Updated: January 2026

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