Normal weather for Tanzania in December
It's hot in December in Tanzania with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 26°C.
In December, there is an average of 233 mm of precipitation, spread over 23 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Tanzania in December |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
32°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
33°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
32°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
233 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
23 days | 10 days | |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Tanzania with hot temperatures, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights close to 25°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 33°C, with nights close to 26°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Tanzania will be around 33°C, with nights close to 26°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Tanzania?
After some sun? Then December isn’t the best time to be in Tanzania. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Tanzania in December
With 35°C, Tanzania hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2019. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 19°C to a high of 28°C.
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The climate of Tanzania is based on weather data from Zanzibar. Other spots, like Serengeti National Park, Dar es Salaam or Ngorongoro Conservation Area, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Tanzania for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in December in Tanzania
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Tanzania, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Tanzania
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Tanzania, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 23 days of rain in Tanzania.
Daily UV Index in December in Tanzania
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Tanzania, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Tanzania Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Tanzania, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Tanzania Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Tanzania, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for Tanzania
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Tanzania. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Tanzania by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Tanzania. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
