Climate normals · 1970–2000
Sumbawanga Climate
Sumbawanga is a city in Tanzania (24) with a population of about 303,986. Its average annual temperature is 17.7°C (64°F), with roughly 928 mm of rain per year.
17.7°C
Avg Temp
928
Precip (mm/yr)
Oct
Hottest Month
Jun
Coldest Month
Sumbawanga Climate
Sumbawanga has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C (64°F) and receives about 928 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is October and the coldest is June. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.7°C
Avg Temp
928
Precip (mm/yr)
Oct
Hottest Month
Jun
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 18° / 64° | 183 mm |
| February | 18° / 65° | 161 mm |
| March | 18° / 65° | 175 mm |
| April | 18° / 65° | 88 mm |
| May | 17° / 63° | 19 mm |
| June | 15° / 59° | 1 mm |
| July | 15° / 59° | 0 mm |
| August | 17° / 62° | 1 mm |
| September | 18° / 65° | 2 mm |
| October | 20° / 67° | 15 mm |
| November | 19° / 66° | 99 mm |
| December | 18° / 65° | 184 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Sumbawanga
The most comfortable months to visit Sumbawanga are typically October, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is October (around 27°C high). The coldest is June (near 7°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Sumbawanga are typically October, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Sumbawanga, Tanzania has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C and about 928 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is October and the coldest is June.
In October, the hottest month, daily highs in Sumbawanga average about 27°C (80°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.