Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | 25° 15° | 25° 16° | 26° 15° | 25° 14° | 24° 15° | 25° 15° | 23° 13° |
| Precipitation | 72% | 57% | 29% | 5% | 16% | 41% | 27% |
| Humidity | 72% | 72% | 67% | 66% | 71% | 71% | 66% |
| Wind | 16 km/h | 17 km/h | 20 km/h | 19 km/h | 18 km/h | 17 km/h | 11 km/h |
Best time to visit Arusha
The best time to visit Arusha is from June to October, when conditions are relatively dry with clear skies and good wildlife viewing. January and February are also rated highly for mild weather and calving-season safari opportunities, while April is best avoided because of heavy rain, difficult roads and possible lodge closures.
JanuaryTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)48Sun Hours8Dry Days20
January is mild, around 10-25°C, with short showers and calving-season safari opportunities.
FebruaryTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)58Sun Hours8Dry Days18
February is mild, around 10-25°C, with occasional showers and strong calving-season safari opportunities.
MarchTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)92Sun Hours8Dry Days20
March is mild, around 10-25°C, with the long rains bringing muddy safari roads and reduced wildlife visibility.
AprilTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)148Sun Hours7Dry Days18
April is mild, around 10-25°C, with the year's heaviest rain. Difficult safari roads and seasonal lodge closures can disrupt trips.
MayTemp (°C)19°Rain (mm)98Sun Hours6Dry Days20
May is mild, around 10-24°C, with lingering long-rain showers, muddy safari roads and some seasonal lodge closures.
JuneTemp (°C)17°Rain (mm)22Sun Hours5Dry Days18
June is mild and relatively dry, around 10-23°C, with clear skies and good wildlife viewing. Mornings and evenings can feel cold.
JulyTemp (°C)16°Rain (mm)12Sun Hours5Dry Days20
July is mild and dry, around 10-22°C, with clear skies for safaris. Early mornings and nights can feel cold.
AugustTemp (°C)16°Rain (mm)8Sun Hours6Dry Days21
August is dry and mild, around 10-23°C, with clear skies and good wildlife viewing. Northern Serengeti crossings may be visible.
SeptemberTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)20Sun Hours7Dry Days18
September is dry and mild, around 10-25°C, with clear skies and good safari conditions. Northern Serengeti crossings may be taking place.
OctoberTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)48Sun Hours8Dry Days20
October is mild, around 10-26°C, with mostly dry conditions and clear skies suited to safari travel. Mornings can feel cool.
NovemberTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)82Sun Hours8Dry Days21
November is mild, around 10-26°C, with a secondary wet season bringing showers that can affect safari roads and wildlife viewing.
DecemberTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)60Sun Hours8Dry Days20
December is mild, around 10-25°C, with secondary-season showers and changeable safari conditions after rain.
Sources: safaribookings.com
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Brief
- Arusha is the main gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit, including Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Lake Manyara. Arrange park permits, transfers and safari vehicles in advance, particularly during peak travel periods.
- Try local specialties such as nyama choma (grilled meat), mishkaki (meat skewers), pilau, ugali and Tanzanian coffee. Eat at busy, well-reviewed establishments and choose food that is freshly cooked.
- For trips to Mount Meru or other high-altitude areas, allow time to acclimatise and use a reputable guide.
Safety and health
- Malaria is endemic in Tanzania, including areas around Arusha. Use repellent, cover arms and legs after dusk, sleep under a treated mosquito net where available, and discuss preventive medication with a travel-health professional. (
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- Dengue, African sleeping sickness, African tick-bite fever, Rift Valley fever and Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever are also listed risks. Avoid mosquito and tick bites, do not handle sick or dead animals, and seek medical care promptly for fever after travel. (
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- Avoid swimming, wading or bathing in freshwater lakes, rivers, ponds and streams because of schistosomiasis risk. (
- Drink bottled or properly treated water rather than tap water, and take care with raw food and untreated ice. (
- A yellow-fever certificate is required for travellers aged one year and over arriving from countries with yellow-fever transmission risk, including qualifying airport transits longer than 12 hours. It is generally not required for direct travel from the United States. (
Recent News
- Arusha Airport has introduced or is rolling out 24-hour operations after installation of runway lighting and other upgrades. Reports differ on whether the full service has formally begun or is still being phased in, so travellers should confirm night-flight schedules directly with their airline. (
co.tz)
- A serious collision on the Arusha-Moshi highway on 8 August killed a foreign national and injured two people after a bus and minivan collided and caught fire. Visitors using road transfers between Arusha and Kilimanjaro Airport should use reputable operators and avoid rushed or night journeys. (
- Arusha is preparing to host an Inter-Parliamentary Union assembly reportedly scheduled for October 2026. The event may increase demand for accommodation, airport transfers and local transport. (
co.tz)
