Mwanza weather and Climate

Temperature

Average temperatures in Mwanza vary barely at all. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 55th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Mwanza, the hottest months are March, October, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early March where highs are regularly around 84.5°F (29.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 66.2°F (19°C) at night.

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Mwanza are July, August, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid July. For example, on the week of July 9th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early November with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of November 5th.

Humidity and Wind

Mwanza has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is July (49.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (70.9%).

Wind in Mwanza is usually calm. The windiest month is September, followed by August and October. September’s average wind speed of around 7.7 knots (8.8 MPH or 14.2 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early October where average top sustained speeds reach 18.1 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Mwanza, Tanzania is February, followed by December and July. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Mwanza in May. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.