Dar es Salaam Region weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Dar es Salaam Region, Tanzania. Like most weather services, we show Dar es Salaam Region at one spot: Dar es Salaam, its largest city. At 11:00 PM local time it was partly cloudy and 26°C (79°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 PM, 2 PM (4.6 mm total). Best months for weather: Feb, Jun–Oct.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 53%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 PM, 2 PM (4.6 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Feb, Jun–OctOff season Apr
About Dar es Salaam weather
Is it raining in Dar es Salaam right now?
No. It’s partly cloudy and 26° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 PM, 2 PM (4.6 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Dar es Salaam this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 30–32° and lows of 24–25°. Rain is likely on 5 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday). The driest day looks like Wednesday.
Has it been raining in Dar es Salaam lately?
In the past 7 days, Dar es Salaam had 2 rainy days and 9.2 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Dar es Salaam?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Dar es Salaam Region weather by month
When is the best time to visit Dar es Salaam Region?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Dar es Salaam Region is Feb, Jun–Oct, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Apr tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 27°C (81°F) in July to 30°C (86°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Dar es Salaam Region?
April is the wettest month, with about 258 mm (10.2 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 12 mm (0.5 in).
What is the hottest month in Dar es Salaam Region?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 26°C (79°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F).
Does Dar es Salaam Region have a rainy season?
Yes. Mar–May is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jun–Sep is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Dar es Salaam Region weather month by month
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Dar es Salaam), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Dar es Salaam Region
Weather can differ a lot within Dar es Salaam Region: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dar es Salaam | Feb, Jun–Oct | Mar–May | 27–30°C | 1,131 mm |
| Magomeni | Feb, Jun–Oct | Mar–May | 27–30°C | 1,131 mm |