April weather forecast
Tanzania

April marks the peak of the 'Masika', the long rainy season in Tanzania. This period experiences the highest rainfall of the year, often exceeding 250mm (9.84") in many regions. The increase in rainfall makes the weather less predictable and may affect travel plans and outdoor activities due to muddy conditions and reduced accessibility in certain areas.

Despite the heavy rainfall, temperatures in April remain relatively high. Coastal areas, including the islands of Zanzibar, Pemba, and Mafia, continue to experience warm and humid conditions with temperatures generally varying between 27°C (80.6°F) to 32°C (89.6°F). The northern and southern highlands, covering areas such as the Serengeti and Mbeya, maintain milder temperatures, typically ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 25°C (77°F).

Dar es Salaam, with its coastal location, continues to witness hot and humid conditions with average temperatures hovering above 30°C (86°F). Conversely, Dodoma in the central region experiences temperatures usually between 20°C (68°F) and 30°C (86°F).

Compared to March, April experiences higher rainfall and slightly cooler temperatures. The heavy rains lead to the blossoming of flora, offering vibrant landscapes for visitors. However, the high rainfall can disrupt wildlife safaris, particularly in the Southern and Western circuits, whereas the Northern circuit remains more accessible. Despite being the wettest month of the year, April's lush, green scenery and lower visitor numbers can provide a uniquely tranquil experience for tourists in Tanzania.

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• Dar es Salaam - April »
  April's arrival in Dar es Salaam registers an average high-temperature of a warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. April is the most humid month in Dar es Salaam with an average relative humidity of 81%.
• Dodoma - April »
  The months with the highest humidity in Dodoma are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 80%. The months with the highest humidity in Dodoma are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 80%.
• Mwanza - April »
  January through April, November and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Mwanza, Tanzania. In Mwanza, the coldest period comes during February, April and December, when the average high-temperature touches 28°C (82.4°F).
• Arusha - April »
  The month with the most rainfall in Arusha is April, when the rain falls for 20 days and typically aggregates up to 368mm (14.49") of precipitation. The advent of April in Arusha reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25°C (77°F), showing minimal difference from the prior month.
• Mbeya - April »
  On the first day of April in Mbeya sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:50. In Mbeya in April, during 21.3 rainfall days, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Morogoro - April »
  With an average relative humidity of 87%, April is the most humid month in Morogoro. With an average relative humidity of 87%, April is the most humid month in Morogoro.
• Tanga - April »
  With an average sea temperature of 29.1°C (84.4°F), April is the month with the warmest seawater in Tanga, Tanzania. With an average sea temperature of 29.1°C (84.4°F), April is the month with the warmest seawater in Tanga.
• Kigoma - April »
  Each day in Kigoma unfolds with an accompanying spectacle of typical tropical weather display, making April a month to remember. As April takes hold in Kigoma, the average high-temperature is a still warm 24.5°C (76.1°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month.
• Moshi - April »
  The month with the most rainfall in Moshi is April, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 350mm (13.78") of precipitation. On the first day of April in Moshi sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:37.
• Songea - April »
  Contrasted with the maximum rainfall of March, Songea's April weather brings forth a substantial drop in precipitation. On the first day of April in Songea sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:41.
• Musoma - April »
  The month with the most rainfall in Musoma is April, when 173mm (6.81") of precipitation is typically aggregated. The month with the most rainfall in Musoma is April, when 173mm (6.81") of precipitation is typically aggregated.
• Iringa - April »
  In Iringa, Tanzania, in April, during 23.3 rainfall days, 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of April in Iringa, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:42.