December weather forecast
Tanzania

December in Tanzania is a transitional month, shifting from the 'Vuli', the short rainy season, to the dry season. Early December often experiences some rainfall, typically between 60mm (2.36") and 120mm (4.72"), before the weather clears up towards the end of the month. Despite the occasional showers, many days are sunny and suitable for various outdoor activities.

In coastal areas and the islands, including Zanzibar, Pemba, and Mafia, temperatures remain high, typically ranging from 26°C (78.8°F) to 32°C (89.6°F). The northern and southern highlands, encompassing areas around the Serengeti and Mbeya, experience milder temperatures, generally between 20°C (68°F) and 25°C (77°F).

Dar es Salaam, influenced by its coastal position, maintains warm conditions, with average temperatures remaining around 32°C (89.6°F). In contrast, Dodoma in the central region witnesses temperatures typically between 20°C (68°F) and 30°C (86°F).

Compared to November, December sees a decrease in rainfall and a continuation of warm temperatures. As the landscapes begin to dry out following the 'Vuli', wildlife tends to congregate around reliable water sources, enhancing wildlife viewing opportunities, especially in the Northern circuit. The warm temperatures and increasingly clear skies also make December an attractive month for beach holidays and mountain climbing. With the festive season drawing tourists, December is often a bustling and vibrant time to visit Tanzania.

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• Dar es Salaam - December »
  In December, Dar es Salaam marks the year-end with temperatures reaching up to 30.8°C (87.4°F), making it one of the hottest months of the year. December has the longest days of the year in Dar es Salaam, with an average of 12h and 30min of daylight.
• Dodoma - December »
  The month with the most rainfall in Dodoma is December, when the rain falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 135mm (5.31") of precipitation. On the first day of December in Dodoma, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:39.
• Mwanza - December »
  In Mwanza in December, during 16 rainfall days, 147mm (5.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The months with the least sunshine in Mwanza are January through April, November and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.
• Arusha - December »
  The month with the longest days in Arusha is December, with an average of 12h and 18min of daylight. On the last day of December, in Arusha, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:45 EAT.
• Mbeya - December »
  In Mbeya, Tanzania, in December, during 29.5 rainfall days, 336mm (13.23") of precipitation is typically accumulated. December has the longest days of the year in Mbeya, Tanzania, with an average of 12h and 36min of daylight.
• Morogoro - December »
  With an average of 12h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Morogoro, Tanzania. The month with the longest days in Morogoro is December, with an average of 12h and 30min of daylight.
• Tanga - December »
  In Tanga in December, the average water temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F). With an average of 12h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Tanga.
• Kigoma - December »
  In Kigoma in December, during 26.3 rainfall days, 167mm (6.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. With an average of 12h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Kigoma.
• Moshi - December »
  Consequently, December is a blend of moderate temperatures, increased rainfall but also constant sunshine hours, painting a vivid climatological portrait for Moshi. In Moshi, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Songea - December »
  With an average of 12h and 42min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Songea, Tanzania. In Songea in December, it is raining for 24.9 days, with typically 187mm (7.36") of accumulated precipitation.
• Musoma - December »
  With an average of 12h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Musoma, Tanzania. December in Musoma concludes the year with a slight reduction in rainfall, coming down to 66mm (2.6") compared to November's high.
• Iringa - December »
  In Iringa, during December, the rain falls for 27 days and regularly aggregates up to 180mm (7.09") of precipitation. Iringa registers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.1°C (77.2°F) with the arrival of December, showing minor deviation from the preceding month.