TanzaniaThe climate of Mtwara
The current climate in Mtwara features temperatures ranging from a high of 32°C to a low of 29°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 31°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 20°C and in the warmer months around 24°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Mtwara, Tanzania.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Mtwara in recent years was 53°C in January 2015. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 23°C in July 2021.
Rainfall amount
On average, Mtwara receives 1473 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
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Best time to visit Mtwara?
The best time to visit Mtwara for sunny weather is May through November. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Mtwara. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Mtwara
The climate table of Mtwara shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 32 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 22 | 23 | 25 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 322 | 227 | 265 | 200 | 83 | 27 | 28 | 35 | 11 | 28 | 48 | 199 |
| UV Index | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Mtwara, Tanzania. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Mtwara
Yearly Temperature in Mtwara
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Mtwara, Tanzania. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Mtwara
Total Yearly Precipitation in Mtwara
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Mtwara, Tanzania. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Mtwara
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Average weather in Mtwara by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Mtwara. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.