Matai weather
At 11:00 PM local time it was mostly clear and 17°C (63°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM, 4 PM (4.5 mm total). Best months for weather: May–Oct. Matai sits 1701 m (5,581 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Matai, Rukwa, Tanzania.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 45%
- Chance of rain
- 14%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM, 4 PM (4.5 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season May–OctOff season Dec–Mar
About Matai weather
Is it raining in Matai right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 17° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM, 4 PM (4.5 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Matai this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 25–28° and lows of 15–17°. Rain is likely on 5 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday). The driest day looks like Thursday.
Has it been raining in Matai lately?
In the past 7 days, Matai had 3 rainy days and 10.1 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Matai?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Matai weather by month
When is the best time to visit Matai?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Matai is May–Oct, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Dec–Mar tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 24°C (75°F) in January to 31°C (87°F) in October.
What is the rainiest month in Matai?
December is the wettest month, with about 262 mm (10.3 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 2 mm (0.1 in).
What is the hottest month in Matai?
October is the warmest, with average highs of 31°C (87°F) and lows of 19°C (67°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 24°C (75°F) and lows of 18°C (65°F).
Does Matai have a rainy season?
Yes. Dec–Mar is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while May–Oct is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months