September weather forecast
Tanzania

September is the tail end of the long dry season in Tanzania, with rainfall remaining low, generally below 40mm (1.57"). The weather remains predictable with plenty of sunny days, providing excellent conditions for various outdoor activities.

In coastal regions and islands such as Zanzibar, Pemba, and Mafia, temperatures slightly increase, typically ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 30°C (86°F). The northern and southern highlands, including areas around the Serengeti and Mbeya, also experience a slight increase in temperatures, generally between 18°C (64.4°F) and 23°C (73.4°F).

Dar es Salaam, due to its coastal location, continues to witness warm conditions, with average temperatures hovering around 30°C (86°F). Conversely, Dodoma, located in the central region, experiences temperatures typically between 18°C (64.4°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).

Compared to August, September experiences a slight increase in temperatures but maintains similar low rainfall levels. The continuation of the dry season and slightly warmer temperatures make it an excellent time for wildlife viewing, particularly in the Northern and Southern safari circuits. Animals remain concentrated around water sources, providing exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities. As the dry season draws to a close, September remains a favourable time to visit Tanzania for various activities including wildlife safaris, beach holidays, and mountain climbing.

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• Dar es Salaam - September »
  The months with the lowest humidity in Dar es Salaam are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 75%. In Dar es Salaam, during September, the rain falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation.
• Dodoma - September »
  As Dodoma, Tanzania, steps into September, the average high-temperature holds at a tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. In Dodoma rain does not fall in June through September.
• Mwanza - September »
  On the first day of September in Mwanza sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:50. In Mwanza, Tanzania, in September, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 46mm (1.81") of accumulated precipitation.
• Arusha - September »
  On the first day of September in Arusha, Tanzania, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:34. On the first day of September in Arusha, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:34.
• Mbeya - September »
  As the year progresses into its last quarter, September carries on the characteristic warm and dry conditions in Mbeya, albeit with slight changes. On the first day of September in Mbeya, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:44.
• Morogoro - September »
  With an average relative humidity of 66%, September is the least humid month in Morogoro, Tanzania. Morogoro transitions into September recording an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.7°C (83.7°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature.
• Tanga - September »
  As August transitions into September, Tanga records an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. In Tanga in September, the average water temperature is 25.9°C (78.6°F).
• Kigoma - September »
  On the first day of September in Kigoma sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 19:02. In Kigoma in September, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation.
• Moshi - September »
  The months with the least rainfall in Moshi are August and September Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 10mm (0.39") of rain. August and September are months with the least rain in Moshi when the rain falls for 3 days and typically aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of rain.
• Songea - September »
  With an average relative humidity of 54%, September is the least humid month in Songea. The arrival of September in Songea brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.1°C (82.6°F), closely following the temperature pattern of August.
• Musoma - September »
  On the first day of September in Musoma sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:47. With September's commencement, the average high-temperature in Musoma hits a still warm 28°C (82.4°F), replicating the temperature from the month gone by.
• Iringa - September »
  The months with the most sunshine in Iringa are August and September, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine. In Iringa, Tanzania, during September, the rain falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.