Shinyanga weather
At 11:00 PM local time it was cloudy and 22°C (72°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 AM (3.3 mm total). Best months for weather: Jun–Aug. Shinyanga sits 1131 m (3,711 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 Shinyanga, Shinyanga, Tanzania.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 98%
- Chance of rain
- 10%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 AM (3.3 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jun–AugOff season Mar–Apr, Nov–Jan
About Shinyanga weather
Is it raining in Shinyanga right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 22° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 AM (3.3 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Shinyanga this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 29–33° and lows of 19–20°. Rain is likely on 4 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday). The driest day looks like Friday.
Has it been raining in Shinyanga lately?
In the past 7 days, Shinyanga had 3 rainy days and 19.1 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Shinyanga?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Shinyanga weather by month
When is the best time to visit Shinyanga?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Shinyanga is Jun–Aug, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Mar–Apr, Nov–Jan tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 28°C (82°F) in December to 33°C (92°F) in September.
What is the rainiest month in Shinyanga?
December is the wettest month, with about 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 3 mm (0.1 in).
What is the hottest month in Shinyanga?
September is the warmest, with average highs of 33°C (92°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F). December is the coolest, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F).
Does Shinyanga have a rainy season?
Yes. Nov–Dec is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while May–Sep 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