TanzaniaAverage weather for Arusha in December
It's hot in December in Arusha with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 18°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Arusha with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 17°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps rise to around 31°C, with nights around 17°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Arusha is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In December, there is an average of 65 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Arusha in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
31°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
28°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
65 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
6 days | 17 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Arusha?
December is a good month to be in Arusha for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2015, Arusha reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Arusha
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Arusha, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Arusha
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Arusha, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 6 days of precipitation in Arusha.
Daily UV index in December in Arusha
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Arusha, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Arusha over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Arusha, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Arusha over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Arusha, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Arusha
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Average weather in Arusha by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Arusha. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
