AI-generatedMwanza at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Aug
- Warmest month
- Sep · 30°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,580 h
- Rain a year
- 1,572 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 1,144 m
Climate in Mwanza
Mwanza has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. September is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while December is the coolest at 28 °C. With around 2,580 hours of sunshine a year, Mwanza is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 8.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Mwanza
The best time to visit Mwanza is from June to August. The rainy season is from October to April; the wettest month is November with 261 mm.
Mwanza through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Mwanza in the dry season
May – Sep
Good
- 29–30 °C by day
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 43 rainy days in all
Mwanza in the rainy season
Oct – Apr
Fair
- 28–29 °C by day
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 149 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Oct – Apr
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: June – July
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: June – August
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 22°
- Midday, 13:00: about 29°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 29°
- Evening, 20:00: about 24°
- Night, 23:00: about 22°
06:2918:39
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:16–06:57 · evening 18:11–18:52
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:08–06:16 · evening 18:52–19:00
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Mwanza compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 29° from start to end.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 29° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 19° |
| Daylight | 12.1 h | 12.2 h |
What is the weather like in Mwanza in October?
In October, Mwanza is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 193 mm. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Mwanza.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 10 min06:29 – 18:39
- UV index
- 15 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 21 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 18 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 71 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 8 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %74 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %52 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Mwanza
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Mwanza: score 86 against 47. Daytime highs are about the same. July has 20 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 47 | 86better |
| Daytime high | 29° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 16° |
| Sunshine | 6.1 h | 8.6 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 23 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 193 mm | 13 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 21 | 2better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Mwanza month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
57January28° · 7.0 h
In January, Mwanza is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 21 days, totalling 150 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Mwanza.
Mwanza in January60February29° · 7.4 h
In February, Mwanza is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 14 days, totalling 99 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Mwanza.
Mwanza in February51March29° · 6.9 h
In March, Mwanza is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 19 days, totalling 175 mm. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Mwanza.
Mwanza in March50April29° · 6.3 h
In April, Mwanza is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 195 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Mwanza.
Mwanza in April68May29° · 7.4 h
In May, Mwanza is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 74 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Mwanza.
Mwanza in May83June29° · 8.1 h
In June, Mwanza is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 22 mm in total. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Mwanza.
Mwanza in June86July29° · 8.6 h
In July, Mwanza is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 13 mm in total. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Mwanza.
Mwanza in July72August29° · 7.8 h
In August, Mwanza is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 56 mm. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Mwanza.
Mwanza in August53September30° · 7.2 h
In September, Mwanza is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 113 mm. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Mwanza.
Mwanza in September47October29° · 6.1 h
In October, Mwanza is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 193 mm. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Mwanza.
Mwanza in October52November28° · 5.7 h
In November, Mwanza is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 26 days, totalling 261 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Mwanza.
Mwanza in November57December28° · 6.3 h
In December, Mwanza is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 223 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Mwanza.
Mwanza in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate tableWarmest in September: 30°
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Mwanza
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Pleasant 15–20°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 19°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 21 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in July (16°), the warmest in April (19°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) all year round. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 196 days a year, mostly from October to April.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 57 | 28° | 18° | 7.0 h | 21 | 150 |
| FebruaryFeb | 60 | 29° | 18° | 7.4 h | 14 | 99 |
| MarchMar | 51 | 29° | 18° | 6.9 h | 19 | 175 |
| AprilApr | 50 | 29° | 19° | 6.3 h | 20 | 195 |
| MayMay | 68 | 29° | 18° | 7.4 h | 11 | 74 |
| JuneJun | 83 | 29° | 17° | 8.1 h | 4 | 22 |
| JulyJul | 86 | 29° | 16° | 8.6 h | 3 | 13 |
| AugustAug | 72 | 29° | 17° | 7.8 h | 9 | 56 |
| SeptemberSep | 53 | 30° | 18° | 7.2 h | 16 | 113 |
| OctoberOct | 47 | 29° | 19° | 6.1 h | 23 | 193 |
| NovemberNov | 52 | 28° | 19° | 5.7 h | 26 | 261 |
| DecemberDec | 57 | 28° | 19° | 6.3 h | 25 | 223 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
2.52° S, 32.90° E · 1,144 m · Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Sunshine2,580 hours a year
Sunshine hours in Mwanza
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.1 of 12.2 hours of daylight in Mwanza, 50 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain1,572 mm a year, most in November
Rain in Mwanza: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Mwanza has about 23 rainy days with 193 mm of rain in total.
UV indexUp to 15 in March
UV index in Mwanza
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 15 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in March (UV 15).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 10 min
- Light brown skin
- about 15 min
- Olive skin
- about 20 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & cloudsWindiest in July: 23 km/h
Wind and clouds in Mwanza
How breezy and how cloudy Mwanza is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Mwanza typically peaks at 18 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 71 % of the sky over Mwanza: mostly cloudy, with about 6.1 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity63 days of 30° or more a year
Heat and humidity in Mwanza
How often the day gets hot in Mwanza (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Mwanza has about 8 hot days, with an average daytime high of 29 °C: often muggy. The air feels warmer than the thermometer says: light, airy clothes and slow days help.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Mwanza
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Mwanza in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Mwanza has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 77) and its weakest during October half-term (score 47).
- 50
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 29 °C by day
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 71
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 29 °C by day
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
- 77
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
- 47
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 29 °C by day
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 57
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 28 °C by day
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 8 h 40 min
- Distance
- 6,780 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Tanzania
- Currency
- Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)
- Languages
- Swahili, English
- Sockets
- Type D, G · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the left
- Dialling code
- +255
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs fit
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Mwanza vs Tabora
In October Tabora has the better holiday weather (score 61 vs 47). During the day Tabora is 4 °C warmer than Mwanza. Tabora gets 2 more hours of sunshine a day.
| in October | Mwanza | Tabora |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 47 | 61 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 33° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 23 | 3 |
| Best time | Jun – Aug | May – Aug |
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Tanzania in October: the best places
In October, Mwanza ranks 10 of 12 destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about Mwanza
When is the best time to visit Mwanza?
The best time to visit Mwanza is from June to August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Mwanza?
September is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 18 °C. December is the coolest month at 28 °C.
When does it rain most in Mwanza?
The rainy season is from October to April; the wettest month is November with 261 mm. The driest month is July with 13 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Mwanza get?
Mwanza gets around 2,580 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 8.6 hours a day; in November there are 5.7 hours a day.
What time zone is Mwanza in?
Mwanza is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Mwanza?
A nonstop flight from London to Mwanza takes about 8 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 6,780 km.
Which school holidays are best for Mwanza?
Mwanza has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 77) and its weakest during October half-term (score 47). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 50, May half-term 71, summer holidays 77, October half-term 47, Christmas holidays 57.