Pemba South weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Pemba South, Tanzania. Like most weather services, we show Pemba South at one spot: Chake Chake, its largest city. At 2:45 AM local time it was cloudy and 25°C (76°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 PM (3.4 mm total). Best months for weather: Jun–Feb.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 98%
- Chance of rain
- 2%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 PM (3.4 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jun–FebOff season Apr–May
About Chake Chake weather
Is it raining in Chake Chake right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 25° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 PM (3.4 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Chake Chake this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 29–32° and lows of 23–25°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Friday.
Has it been raining in Chake Chake lately?
In the past 7 days, Chake Chake had 5 rainy days and 35.2 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Chake Chake?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Pemba South weather by month
When is the best time to visit Pemba South?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Pemba South is Jun–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Apr–May tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 26°C (79°F) in August to 29°C (85°F) in March.
What is the rainiest month in Pemba South?
May is the wettest month, with about 213 mm (8.4 in) of rain on average. August is the driest, with about 18 mm (0.7 in).
What is the hottest month in Pemba South?
March is the warmest, with average highs of 29°C (85°F) and lows of 28°C (82°F). August is the coolest, with highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 25°C (76°F).
Does Pemba South have a rainy season?
Yes. Apr–May is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jun–Sep, Jan–Feb is usually dry (under 60 mm).
How warm is the sea in Pemba South?
The sea is warmest in March at about 30°C (87°F) and coolest in August at about 26°C (79°F). It is warm enough for swimming all year.
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Chake Chake), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Pemba South
Weather can differ a lot within Pemba South: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chake Chake | Jun–Feb | Apr–May | 26–29°C | 841 mm |
| Mkoani | Jun–Oct, Dec–Feb | Apr–May | 26–29°C | 1,071 mm |