November weather forecast
Tanzania

November in Tanzania is characterized by the 'Vuli', the short rainy season. Rainfall during this month can be unpredictable, typically ranging between 80mm (3.15") and 150mm (5.91"). Despite these rains, many days remain dry and suitable for outdoor activities, with the showers usually occurring in the afternoon or evening.

In coastal areas and islands such as Zanzibar, Pemba, and Mafia, temperatures generally range from 26°C (78.8°F) to 32°C (89.6°F), marking the onset of the hot season. The northern and southern highlands, including regions around the Serengeti and Mbeya, continue to experience mild temperatures, typically between 20°C (68°F) and 25°C (77°F).

Dar es Salaam, with its coastal location, sees temperatures averaging 32°C (89.6°F), reflecting the onset of hotter conditions. Similarly, Dodoma in the central region experiences temperatures typically between 20°C (68°F) and 30°C (86°F).

When compared to October, November experiences a significant increase in rainfall and a slight rise in temperatures. This increase in rainfall rejuvenates the landscape, and the refreshed vegetation offers an abundance of food for wildlife. Although the rain may disrupt some safari activities, especially in the Southern and Western circuits, the Northern circuit remains accessible and can offer exceptional wildlife sightings. Meanwhile, the warmer temperatures mark the start of the ideal season for beach holidays along Tanzania's extensive coastline and beautiful islands.

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• Dar es Salaam - November »
  In Dar es Salaam in November, the average water temperature is 27.9°C (82.2°F). In Dar es Salaam in November, it is raining for 21.7 days, with typically 62mm (2.44") of accumulated precipitation.
• Dodoma - November »
  On the first day of November in Dodoma sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:30. In Dodoma in November, during 8.1 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Mwanza - November »
  The height of temperatures in Mwanza is seen during January, March, May through November, averaging a high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F). January through April, November and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Mwanza.
• Arusha - November »
  In Arusha, Tanzania, in November, during 12 rainfall days, 112mm (4.41") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of November in Arusha, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:23.
• Mbeya - November »
  On the first day of November in Mbeya, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:42. Moving towards the year's end, November in Mbeya witnesses a noticeable shift in the weather with a substantial increase in rainfall compared to the past months.
• Morogoro - November »
  In Morogoro in November, during 23.9 rainfall days, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of November in Morogoro, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:23.
• Tanga - November »
  In November, the weather continues to warm up in Tanga, with notable increases in both temperatures and precipitation levels. Tanga's average high-temperature in November sits at a still tropical 31.2°C (88.2°F), showing little difference from the previous month.
• Kigoma - November »
  In Kigoma in November, during 27.2 rainfall days, 159mm (6.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Kigoma in November witnesses an escalation in precipitation, the city records a discernible 159mm (6.26") of rainfall.
• Moshi - November »
  In Moshi in November, during 9 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of November in Moshi, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:21.
• Songea - November »
  In Songea, during November, the rain falls for 18.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation. November in Songea unveils a progressive increase in rainfall and humidity, along with a minor drop in temperature.
• Musoma - November »
  November's presence in Musoma records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F), closely mirroring October's climate. What time are sunrise and sunset in November in Musoma?
• Iringa - November »
  In Iringa in November, during 15.4 rainfall days, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of November in Iringa, Tanzania, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:32.