TanzaniaThe climate of Shinyanga
The current climate in Shinyanga features temperatures ranging from a high of 33°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 17°C and in the warmer months around 21°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 Shinyanga, Tanzania.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Shinyanga in recent years was 38°C in September 2015. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 19°C in March 2023.
Rainfall amount
On average, Shinyanga receives 826 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
Curious about the weather in other parts of Tanzania? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Zanzibar, Serengeti National Park, Dar es Salaam, or explore other destinations in Tanzania.
Best time to visit Shinyanga?
The best time to visit Shinyanga for sunny weather is February and April through November. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Shinyanga. 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 Shinyanga
The climate table of Shinyanga 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.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 33 | 33 | 31 | 29 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 19 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 17 | 17 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 20 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 136 | 106 | 129 | 118 | 30 | 0,5 | 0,5 | 0,8 | 4,2 | 32 | 104 | 165 |
| UV Index | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 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 Shinyanga, Tanzania. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Shinyanga
Yearly Temperature in Shinyanga
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Shinyanga, 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 Shinyanga
Total Yearly Precipitation in Shinyanga
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Shinyanga, 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 Shinyanga
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Average weather in Shinyanga by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Shinyanga. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.