City Trips Potential
Suboptimal
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
July, August, June
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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The best time to visit Dar es Salaam for a city trip is July, August, June, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Dar es Salaam
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 37Poor Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 28° | 51 |
February | 36Poor Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 28° | 55 |
March | 25Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 28° | 138 |
April | 27Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 27° | 219 |
May | 36Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 26° | 158 |
June | 62Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 34 |
July | 68Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 15 |
August | 65Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 19 |
September | 58Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 25 |
October | 50Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 26° | 51 |
November | 36Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 27° | 107 |
December | 30Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 28° | 109 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
Quick summary: visiting Dar es Salaam
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