August weather forecast
Tanzania

August in Tanzania marks the continuation of the long dry season, characterized by sparse rainfall, typically below 30mm (1.18"). The weather is relatively stable and predictable, with dry and sunny days dominating, offering excellent conditions for outdoor activities and exploration.

In coastal regions and islands, including Zanzibar, Pemba, and Mafia, temperatures remain fairly consistent with July, generally ranging from 24°C (75.2°F) to 29°C (84.2°F). The northern and southern highlands, encompassing regions such as the Serengeti and Mbeya, continue to experience cooler temperatures, typically between 17°C (62.6°F) and 22°C (71.6°F).

Dar es Salaam's coastal location keeps it relatively warm, with average temperatures maintaining around 29°C (84.2°F). In contrast, Dodoma, in the central region, experiences slightly cooler conditions, with temperatures typically ranging from 17°C (62.6°F) to 27°C (80.6°F).

Comparing August with July, the weather conditions are quite similar, with a continuation of the dry season and slightly cooler temperatures. This is an excellent period for wildlife viewing, particularly in the Northern and Southern safari circuits. The scarcity of water during the dry season drives wildlife to congregate around the remaining water sources, offering excellent wildlife viewing and photographic opportunities. August is also an ideal time for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru, as the dry conditions provide safer and more predictable trekking experiences.

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• Dar es Salaam - August »
  With an average sea temperature of 25.7°C (78.3°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater in Dar es Salaam. In Dar es Salaam, in August, the average water temperature is 25.7°C (78.3°F).
• Dodoma - August »
  The months with the most sunshine are August and September, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine. August and September, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Dodoma, Tanzania.
• Mwanza - August »
  The months with the highest UV index in Mwanza are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. On the last day of August, in Mwanza sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:50 EAT.
• Arusha - August »
  In Arusha, during August, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation. The months with the highest UV index in Arusha are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12.
• Mbeya - August »
  In Mbeya, during August, the rain falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. In August, in Mbeya the rain falls for 2.6 days.
• Morogoro - August »
  The month with the least rainfall in Morogoro is August, when the rain falls for 15.2 days and typically collects 12mm (0.47") of precipitation. In Morogoro, Tanzania, during August, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.
• Tanga - August »
  With an average sea temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater in Tanga. On the first day of August in Tanga, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:26.
• Kigoma - August »
  The month with the least rainfall in Kigoma is August, when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically collects 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. With an average relative humidity of 62%, August is the least humid month in Kigoma, Tanzania.
• Moshi - August »
  The months with the least rainfall in Moshi are August and September Rain falls for 4 days and accumulates 10mm (0.39") of rain. January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Moshi, Tanzania.
• Songea - August »
  On the first day of August in Songea sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:33. The months with the highest UV index in Songea, Tanzania, are February, August through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
• Musoma - August »
  July and August are months with the least rain in Musoma, Tanzania, when 20mm (0.79") of rain is typically aggregated. As August unfolds, the weather in Musoma, Tanzania, mirrors the same patterns as July.
• Iringa - August »
  July and August are months with the least rain in Iringa when the rain falls for 1.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain. The months with the most sunshine in Iringa, Tanzania, are August and September, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.