January weather forecast
Tanzania

January in Tanzania falls within the short dry season, characterized by relatively lower rainfall and milder temperatures compared to the peak rainy months. Rainfall typically remains below 60mm (2.36") throughout the month, providing ample opportunities for outdoor exploration and wildlife viewing.

The temperature in January is moderately high, particularly along the coastal areas and on the islands of Zanzibar, Pemba, and Mafia. Here, it can range from 27°C (80.6°F) to 33°C (91.4°F), with a high level of humidity. Conversely, in the northern highlands, which include areas around Mount Kilimanjaro and the Serengeti, temperatures are cooler, usually falling between 20°C (68°F) and 25°C (77°F). The southern highlands, encompassing the Mbeya region, witness similar temperatures.

In terms of extremes, January does not typically record the highest or lowest temperatures of the year. However, it is one of the warmer months, following the hot December and slightly cooler than the incoming February. The weather remains largely predictable, with lower chances of rainfall interrupting travel plans compared to the wetter months of March to May and November to early December.

Comparatively, Dar es Salaam, the largest city and former capital, experiences hot and humid conditions due to its coastal location, with average temperatures often exceeding 30°C (86°F). On the other hand, Dodoma, the capital city located in the central region, experiences semi-arid conditions with January temperatures typically varying from 20°C (68°F) to 30°C (86°F).

January can offer excellent wildlife viewing conditions in the national parks, with animals gathering around waterholes and the Great Migration continuing in the Serengeti. The dry weather and lower visitor numbers compared to peak seasons make it an appealing time for a quieter wildlife experience.

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• Dar es Salaam - January »
  On the first day of January in Dar es Salaam sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:41. On the first day of January in Dar es Salaam sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:41.
• Dodoma - January »
  January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Dodoma, Tanzania. In Dodoma, in January, during 20.9 rainfall days, 129mm (5.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Mwanza - January »
  The months with the least sunshine in Mwanza are January through April, November and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine. Temperatures in Mwanza reach their maximum during January, March, May through November, recording an average high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).
• Arusha - January »
  In Arusha in January, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation. In Arusha in January, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation.
• Mbeya - January »
  In Mbeya in January, during 30.7 rainfall days, 325mm (12.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Beginning the year in Mbeya January brings with it weather that sets a tone for the upcoming months.
• Morogoro - January »
  In Morogoro during January, the rain falls for 28.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 238mm (9.37") of precipitation. In January, the average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 36°C (96.8°F).
• Tanga - January »
  On the last day of January, in Tanga, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:46 EAT. Tanga's shift from December to January is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.3°C (90.1°F), a slight deviation from 32.2°C (90°F).
• Kigoma - January »
  January through March, May through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Kigoma, Tanzania. On the first day of January in Kigoma sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:16.
• Moshi - January »
  The months with the highest UV index in Moshi are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. Moshi witnesses its highest temperatures in January and February, reaching an average of 33°C (91.4°F).
• Songea - January »
  In Songea, in January, during 25.9 rainfall days, 198mm (7.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of January in Songea, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 19:02.
• Musoma - January »
  On the last day of January, in Musoma, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:03 EAT. When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Musoma?
• Iringa - January »
  In Iringa, in January, during 29.6 rainfall days, 214mm (8.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The months with the lowest UV index in Iringa, Tanzania, are January through August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.