Climate and monthly weather forecast
Nachingwea, Tanzania

Nachingwea, Tanzania, is characterized by a tropical wet and dry climate or savanna type according to the Köppen climate classification. Its geographical position near the equator bestows it with consistently warm temperatures throughout the year.

An overview of the climate data reveals that the temperatures remain quite stable with minor fluctuations. The highest average temperatures oscillate between 33°C (91.4°F) in the months of November and December, dipping to a benign 28°C (82.4°F) by the month of June and July. On the contrary, the lowest average temperatures follow a similar pattern, with a peak of 22°C (71.6°F) in the months of January, December, peaking down to 15°C (59°F) during July.

Rainfall in Nachingwea follows an intriguing pattern. The city receives generous amounts of precipitation from January, peaking at 208mm (8.19") in February, and slowly decreasing in volume till May. Thereafter, Nachingwea experiences a dry spell from June to September with only 3mm (0.12") of rain, before experiencing a resurgence in October and November.

Daylight hours exhibit minimal variation throughout the year, with 12.7 hours being the maximum in the months of January and December and 11.5 hours being the least during June and July.

Given the consistent temperature and daylight parameters, the choice of the best time to visit Nachingwea greatly depends on the visitor's preference for rainfall. The period from June to September offers the driest conditions with the city receiving less than 5mm (0.2") of rainfall. These months thus provide an ideal scenario for outdoor activities without the concern of rain.

Contrarily, the first half of the year, specifically between January to March, might not be suitable for visitors who prefer drier conditions, particularly February with an average rainfall of 208mm (8.19"). The city during these months is in the throes of its rainy season, potentially disrupting any planned outdoor tourism activities.

Spring, which typically comprises March, April, and May has a mixed bag of conditions in Nachingwea. Average high temperatures remain steady, from 31°C (87.8°F) in March, slightly declining to 29°C (84.2°F) in May. Low temperatures also show a marginal decrease from 21°C (69.8°F) in March to 18°C (64.4°F) in May. Rainfall, though, significantly changes across this period with a dwindling trend. March starts with 163mm (6.42"), decreasing sharply to 23mm (0.91") by the end of spring in May.

During the summer months, from June to August, Nachingwea experiences dry conditions with minimal rainfall, recording just 3mm (0.12") each month. Daylight is somewhat less compared to other seasons, about 11.5 hours to 11.8 hours per day. Temperatures exhibit a mild decrease with the highest average being 28°C (82.4°F) during June and July which increases to 30°C (86°F) in August. The lowest average temperatures display a stable trend ranging from 16°C (60.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Autumn in Nachingwea, September through November, is characterized by generally warm temperatures with a very gradual build-up in rainfall. The city experiences the highest average temperature of 33°C (91.4°F) in November and the lowest average temperature increases from 16°C (60.8°F) to 21°C (69.8°F) during these months. Remarkably, it is also when daylight hours start to slowly increase from 12.1 hours to 12.6 hours per day.

Winter comes to Nachingwea in December. There is an interesting harmony of climatic patterns with temperatures ranging from high averages of 33°C (91.4°F) to low averages of 22°C (71.6°F). Rainfall records an average of 94mm (3.7"), indicating the onset of the wet season. Concurrently, daylight hours reach their yearly peak with an average of 12.7 hours per day.

After the departure of December's warmth, January in Nachingwea, Tanzania experiences slightly cooler temperatures. Although more refreshing, the city does not witness a significant drop in mercury levels, maintaining a relatively warm climate. Weather in January »

Nachingwea bids farewell to January's relatively cool temperatures to welcome February's warmth. An increase in the rainfall indicates a shift towards the heart of the wet season. The city, bustling with life from 208mm (8.19") of showers, sees every corner glow with the vibrancy of nature. Weather in February »

The shift from February to March brings slight weather changes to Nachingwea. With temperatures reminiscent of January and consistent rainfall, March retains the wet season's charm and character. There's a slight dip in daylight hours, but enough to provide a good duration of sunshine amidst 163mm (6.42") of rainfall. Weather in March »

April in Nachingwea portrays a turn of events as the city transitions towards the drier season. Reducing its rainfall to 135mm (5.31") compared to the previous months, April paves the way for a more temperate weather pattern. Daylight hours decrease marginally, yet fail to overshadow the city's glowing nature. Weather in April »

The arrival of May in Nachingwea signifies a significant drop in rainfall and a transition to slightly cooler weather. With a stark reduction in the showers, down to just 23mm (0.91") from April's 135mm (5.31"), the city marks the onset of the dry spell. Weather in May »

Nachingwea in June enters the heart of the dry season with a minimal amount of rainfall. Green landscapes give way to a more arid, yet equally captivating panorama. The city celebrates the arrival of mid-year with close-to-none rainfall, registering only 3mm (0.12"). Weather in June »

July in Nachingwea brings the coldest temperatures of the year, yet the climate remains moderately comfortable. As rainfall levels remain consistently low at 3mm (0.12"), the city remains mostly dry and free from any weather-related disruptions. Weather in July »

August in Nachingwea sees a subtle change from the coldest to slightly warmer temperatures. Despite this, the city still registers scanty rainfall at 3mm (0.12"), mirroring July's dry conditions. The return of marginally longer daylight hours adds to Nachingwea's charm, allowing outdoor activities to extend into the evening. Weather in August »

September witnesses a transition to warmer weather with consistent low levels of rainfall from preceding months. Though the dry conditions persist, the pickup in temperatures starts to prepare Nachingwea for the imminent return of the wet season. Weather in September »

Entering October, Nachingwea initiates a shift to hotter conditions as the anticipation of the wet season builds. Minimal rainfall of around 3mm (0.12") does not yet signify the arrival of the rains, keeping the city largely dry. Weather in October »

November in Nachingwea marks a significant change in weather patterns with the arrival of the wet season. Showers increase to 74mm (2.91"), providing a stark contrast to the consecutive dry months. The landscape dons a new appearance, moving from dry browns to vibrant greens. Weather in November »

Closing the year, December continues the pattern of increasing temperatures and rainfall from November. With rainfall averaging 94mm (3.7"), December continues to drench the landscapes, restoring them to their lush green prime. Weather in December »