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 month with the least rainfall in Dar es Salaam is September, when the rain falls for 18.4 days and typically collects 21mm (0.83") of precipitation. The months with the lowest humidity in Dar es Salaam are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 75%.
• Dodoma - September »
  Dodoma's weather, upon September's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), nearly identical to the prior month. August and September, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Dodoma.
• Mwanza - September »
  On the first day of September in Mwanza sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:50. In Mwanza in September, during 6 rainfall days, 46mm (1.81") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Arusha - September »
  On the first day of September in Arusha, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:34. In Arusha, in September, during 2 rainfall days, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Mbeya - September »
  On the first day of September in Mbeya sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:44. As the year progresses into its last quarter, September carries on the characteristic warm and dry conditions in Mbeya, albeit with slight changes.
• Morogoro - September »
  The least humid month in Morogoro is September, with an average relative humidity of 66%. In Morogoro, Tanzania, during September, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.
• Tanga - September »
  On the first day of September in Tanga, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:24. On the first day of September in Tanga, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:24.
• Kigoma - September »
  In Kigoma during September, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation. On the last day of September, in Kigoma sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:55 EAT.
• Moshi - September »
  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. In Moshi in September, during 3 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Songea - September »
  The month with the most sunshine in Songea is September, with an average of 9.4h of sunshine. On the first day of September in Songea sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:34.
• Musoma - September »
  With the shift into September, Musoma maintains an average high temperature of a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F), reflecting the same thermal conditions as the previous month. What time are sunrise and sunset in September in Musoma?
• Iringa - September »
  August and September, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Iringa, Tanzania. On the first day of September in Iringa, Tanzania, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:36.