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Best Time To Tanzania

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Best Time To Tanzania

Tanzania, known for its diverse wildlife, stunning landscapes, and rich cultural heritage, offers a range of experiences throughout the year.

The Best Time to Visit Tanzania largely depends on the type of adventure you seek and the activities you wish to engage in. Here's a breakdown of the different seasons and their highlights:

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Dry Season (June to October): This is considered the Best Time to Visit Tanzania for wildlife enthusiasts. The weather is generally dry, with cooler temperatures, making it comfortable for both game drives and hot air balloon safaris. The famous Serengeti Great Migration typically occurs during this period, as millions of wildebeests and zebras move in search of greener pastures, attracting predators like lions and cheetahs.

Calving Season (January to February): If witnessing the birthing of wildebeests during the Great Migration appeals to you, this is the time to visit the southern Serengeti. It's a unique spectacle that draws wildlife photographers and nature enthusiasts.

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Shoulder Seasons (March to May and November): These months mark the rainy seasons, with occasional heavy downpours. While some lodges and camps might close due to the rains, this period offers lush landscapes, fewer crowds, and lower accommodation rates. It's a great time for birdwatching and experiencing the local culture.

Beach and Coastal Exploration (June to October): Tanzania boasts stunning coastal regions, including Zanzibar and the nearby islands. The dry season is perfect for enjoying pristine white-sand beaches, clear waters, and water sports like snorkelling and diving.

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Cultural Encounters (Throughout the Year): Tanzania's rich cultural diversity is celebrated year-round. Engage with local tribes, such as the Maasai, and partake in their traditions and festivals. These interactions provide a deeper understanding of the country's heritage.

Mount Kilimanjaro (January to March, September): While Kilimanjaro can be climbed year-round, the clearest skies and best visibility are typically found during the dry months of January to March and September. These periods offer comfortable trekking conditions, but early booking is essential.

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Jan to Mar

Beaches, Calves, and Kilimanjaro Ascents

January brings ideal beach weather to Tanzania's coast and Zanzibar, perfect for enjoying soft sand and clear waters. February sees the start of the wildebeest calving season, with predators nearby. March offers excellent conditions for climbing Kilimanjaro, despite the onset of the long rains, which refresh the Ngorongoro Highlands and turn the landscape lush green.

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AVG RAINFALL 101 mm
AVG DAYLIGHT 101 mm
MAX TEMP 32 ℃
MIN TEMP 24 ℃
 

April to May

Rainy Season and Migration Movements

April is the wettest month, featuring afternoon thundershowers and occasional big storms, particularly impacting the western and southern parks with high humidity. Despite the rain, accommodations offer great value. By late May, conditions start drying, coinciding with the Great Migration's move from the southern to the western Serengeti, heralding the approach of the dry season.

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AVG RAINFALL 216 mm
AVG DAYLIGHT 12 Hours
MAX TEMP 30 ℃ /
MIN TEMP 22 ℃ /
 

June to Aug

Dry Season and Peak Wildlife Viewing

June marks the dry season, perfect for luxury safaris as savannahs shift from green to yellow, improving wildlife sightings. The Wildebeest Migration gathers at Grumeti River. In July and August, it reaches the Serengeti's north, preparing for the dramatic Mara River crossings, attracting tourists for exceptional wildlife encounters.

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AVG RAINFALL 25mm
AVG DAYLIGHT 11 Hours
MAX TEMP 30 ℃ /
MIN TEMP 19 ℃ /
 

Sep to Oct

Fewer Crowds, Ideal Climbing Conditions

September's low humidity and fewer mosquitoes make it ideal for climbing Kilimanjaro and observing large elephant herds in Tarangire National Park, coinciding with the start of the fishing season. October brings early rains, enhancing conditions for climbing Mount Meru in Arusha National Park.

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AVG RAINFALL 38mm
AVG DAYLIGHT 12 Hours
MAX TEMP 31 ℃ /
MIN TEMP 20 ℃ /
 

Nov to Dec

Rainy Season, Exceptional Wildlife Viewing

November offers sporadic thundershowers, yet remains an excellent month for safaris, especially in the northern parks and less-explored areas. December, amidst short rains, becomes a prime time for birdwatching with migratory birds arriving and the Great Migration returning to the southern Serengeti's lush plains.

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AVG RAINFALL 115mm
AVG DAYLIGHT 12 Hours
MAX TEMP 32 ℃ /
MIN TEMP 23 ℃ /

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