Tanzania in august: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Tanzania in august 2025
In this section, check out the weather forecast for august for most popular cities in Tanzania. These forecasts are probabilities for the month of august from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in august in Dodoma
perfect weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
59°F
Clear/Sunny
56% of time
27%
17%
2%
Weather at 12pm
81°F
Clear/Sunny
78% of time
22%
2%
1%
Weather at 6pm
81°F
Clear/Sunny
58% of time
43%
1%
Weather at 3am
63°F
73%
27%
1%
1%
Where to go in Tanzania in august?
Where to go in Tanzania in august: destination map
Where to go in each region in august?
| Central of Tanzania (Dodoma, Tabora, Singida...) | 85°F to 90°F | 0 day | perfect weather | |
| Coastal Zone of Tanzania (Dar Es Salaam, Mtwara, Kilwa Masoko...) | 81°F to 85°F | 1 à 5 days | 79°F | good weather* |
| Lake Victoria Region (Serengeti National Park, Bukoba, Mwanza...) | 76°F to 88°F | 2 à 6 days | good weather* | |
| Northeast of Tanzania (Arusha, Kilimandjaro, Tarangire National Park...) | 79°F to 85°F | 0 à 2 days | 79°F | perfect weather* |
| Southern Highlands Zone (Mbeya, Songea, Ruaha National Park...) | 76°F to 81°F | 0 day | good weather* | |
| West of Tanzania (Mahale Mountain National Park, Katavi National Park, Gombe National Park...) | 79°F to 81°F | 0 day | perfect weather | |
| Zanzibar (Stone Town, Nungwi (Unguja Island), Wete (Pemba Island)...) | 79°F to 85°F | 2 à 5 days | 79°F | good weather |
Where should you go in Tanzania in august when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Tanzania in august ranges from perfect to good depending on the region and city.
In august the weather is just perfect in Tanzania, but only part of the territory: in Tabora, Mbeya and Dodoma. In these places, the conditions are right to live fully your trip: the sun is here, it rains very little and the humidity is endurable. It is therefore the ideal month to visit these cities!
Apart from of Tabora, of Mbeya and of Dodoma, the weather is still favorable in Kilimandjaro. There, temperatures are still pleasing and allow you enjoy the sun and sightseeing in good conditions.
If you do not go the sun and blue sky, but, for example to go sightseeing around, the cities of Dar Es Salaam and Zanzibar have a OK but just acceptable weather for that in august.
Climate in Tanzania in august
Climate in Dodoma in august
In august, the mean temperature in Dodoma is 72°F (maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 59°F). The climate quite nice in that locality in the month of august. It almost never rains during this month. You will be well dry throughout your stay!
With ideal weather conditions, august is a recommended time to go in this city in Tanzania.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 72°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 59°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0in | ||
| Humidity | 86% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 17% | ||
| Length of day | 11:55 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Dar Es Salaam in august
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 72°F (for an average temperature of 79°F). The climate quite enjoyable there in the month of august. With about 2.2in over 2 days, the rain will not be a problem for your trip.
With a correct weather, the month of august is okay (but not good month) for traveling in this city in Tanzania.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 79°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 72°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 79°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (7%) | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 31% | ||
| Length of day | 11:53 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Serengeti National Park in august
In august, maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 65°F (for an average temperature of 76°F). The climate is enjoyable in this location in august. With just 2.5in over 5 days, the rain will not be a problem for your vacations.
With a good weather, the month of august is an advisable month to go in that area.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 76°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (15%) | ||
| Humidity | 70% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 18% | ||
| Length of day | 12:02 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Zanzibar in august
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 81°F and minimum temperature is 76°F (for an average temperature of 79°F). The climate quite nice around this city in this month. With 3.2in over 5 days, rainfall can happen for your holidays. But this is pretty reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a correct weather, the month of august is okay (but not good time) for traveling in this locality in Tanzania.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 79°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 81°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 79°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (17%) | ||
| Humidity | 83% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 32% | ||
| Length of day | 11:55 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Arusha in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in Arusha is 68°F (maximum temperature is 79°F and minimum temperature is 58°F). The climate is comfortable in this location in august. It does not rain (or really exceptionally) during august. You will therefore be at the shelter from rain for your stay!
With a perfect climate, august is an advisable month to go in this locality.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 68°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.2in | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 26% | ||
| Length of day | 12:00 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
All cities in Tanzania in august
| Dodoma in august | perfect weather |
| Dar Es Salaam in august | good weather |
| Serengeti National Park in august | good weather |
| Zanzibar in august | good weather |
| Arusha in august | perfect weather |
| Bukoba in august | good weather |
| Gombe National Park in august | perfect weather |
| Katavi National Park in august | perfect weather |
| Kilimandjaro in august | perfect weather |
| Kilwa Masoko in august | perfect weather |
| Mahale Mountain National Park in august | perfect weather |
| Mbeya in august | good weather |
| Mtwara in august | perfect weather |
| Mwanza in august | perfect weather |
| Ruaha National Park in august | good weather |
| Singida in august | perfect weather |
| Songea in august | perfect weather |
| Tabora in august | perfect weather |
| Tarangire National Park in august | perfect weather |
| Ngorongoro Conservation Area in august | perfect weather |
| Arusha National Park in august | perfect weather |
| Bagamoyo in august | good weather |
| Fanjove Island in august | good weather |
| Kilwa Kisiwani in august | perfect weather |
| Kisiju in august | good weather |
| Kondoa in august | perfect weather |
| Lake Babati in august | perfect weather |
| Lake Empakaai in august | perfect weather |
| Lake Manyara National Park in august | perfect weather |
| Lake Natron in august | perfect weather |
Weather data for Tanzania in august:
Weather data for Tanzania in august is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Tanzania. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Tanzania can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Tanzania.