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Arusha National Park in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Arusha National Park in October 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether October is a good month to travel to Arusha National Park, Tanzania.

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Check your ideal travel criteria and see if the month of October suits your plans to go to Arusha National Park.
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Arusha National Park in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Arusha National Park in October in summary
Ideal weather
Min 17°C Max 28°C 39 mm 2 day(s) 84% 25% UV 6 11.4 h/day
Best activities in October
Hiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapes
Practical guidelines
High crowding 06:13 18:24
Hourly weather

Average weather in Arusha National Park in October 2026

Ideal weather

The weather in Arusha National Park in October 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in October. This allows you to forecast the weather in October 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Arusha National Park in October

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Arusha National Park in October.

Temperatures and rain in Arusha National Park in October

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in October.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of October is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Arusha National Park in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Arusha National Park in October

Check the seasonal normals in Arusha National Park in October and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
October
Weather data September October November
Outside temperature
Average temperature 21.0°C 22.3°C 22.3°C
Maximum temperature 27.2°C 28.0°C 27.5°C
Minimum temperature 14.8°C 16.6°C 17.2°C
Record maximum temperature 32.0°C
(2021)
33.0°C
(2021)
33.0°C
(2021)
Record low temperature 9.0°C
(2010)
12.0°C
(2010)
14.0°C
(2009)
Number of days at +30° 2 day(s)
(7%)
8 day(s)
(26%)
3 day(s)
(10%)
Number of days at +18° 30 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Wind
Wind speed 15 km/h 13 km/h 11 km/h
Wind temperature 14.8°C 16.6°C 17.2°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 5.8 mm 39.0 mm 121.4 mm
Number of days with precipitation 2 day(s)
(7%)
10 day(s)
(32%)
18 day(s)
(60%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 0 day(s)
(1%)
2 day(s)
(8%)
8 day(s)
(25%)
Record precipitation in one day 6.7 mm
(2013)
36.2 mm
(2019)
41.3 mm
(2019)
Other weather data
Humidity 87% 84% 88%
Visibility 9.8 km 9.7 km 9.4 km
Cloud cover 23% 25% 32%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 11h 11h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h25 06h13 06h10
Sunset time 18h31 18h24 18h25
Day length 12h06 12h11 12h15
Our opinion on the climate in October
The review of Where And When ideal weather ideal weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Arusha National Park in October?

Best activities in October
Hiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Arusha National Park in October last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Arusha National Park in October 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
14°C28°C0.0 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
14°C28°C0.0 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
15°C28°C0.1 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
16°C25°C0.2 mm
5
Clear/Sunny
14°C25°C0.0 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
14°C25°C0.0 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
15°C24°C0.3 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
15°C26°C0.4 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
15°C25°C0.3 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
16°C26°C0.1 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
14°C27°C0.0 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
14°C28°C0.0 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
15°C27°C0.0 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
15°C25°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
15°C27°C0.1 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
15°C27°C0.2 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
15°C27°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
15°C28°C0.0 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
15°C28°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
14°C28°C0.0 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
15°C28°C0.0 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
15°C28°C0.1 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
17°C26°C0.3 mm
24
Light rain shower
16°C27°C1.3 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
17°C27°C0.7 mm
26
Clear/Sunny
16°C30°C0.0 mm
27
Clear/Sunny
16°C30°C0.0 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
18°C26°C1.3 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
17°C25°C0.3 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
17°C25°C1.3 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
17°C24°C0.6 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Arusha National Park in October?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Arusha National Park in October: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Yes, this is one of the best times. The weather conditions are ideal in Arusha National Park in October, which places this month 5th out of 12. Expect, however, more crowds and higher prices.

Expect an average of 28°C during the day and 17°C at night, with about 39 mm of precipitation spread over 2 rainy days.

Expect about 11.4 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Hiking and trekking, Animal observation and Nature and landscapes. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in High crowding, with an index of 55/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.
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