Tanzania in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Tanzania in january 2025
Below, check out the weather forecast for the month of january for most popular cities in Tanzania. These predictions are statistics for the month of january from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in january in Dodoma
tolerable weather UV index: 6
Weather at 6am
65°F
Moderate rain at times
39% of time
30%
12%
11%
Weather at 12pm
81°F
Moderate rain at times
42% of time
31%
18%
10%
Weather at 6pm
79°F
Moderate rain at times
41% of time
21%
17%
16%
Weather at 3am
67°F
22%
21%
20%
18%
Where to go in Tanzania in january?
Where to go in Tanzania in january: destination map
Where to go in each region in january?
| Central of Tanzania (Dodoma, Tabora, Singida...) | 81°F to 85°F | 12 à 14 days | tolerable weather* | |
| Coastal Zone of Tanzania (Dar Es Salaam, Mtwara, Kilwa Masoko...) | 86°F to 88°F | 6 à 23 days | 85°F to 86°F | good weather* |
| Lake Victoria Region (Serengeti National Park, Bukoba, Mwanza...) | 77°F to 83°F | 7 à 14 days | good weather* | |
| Northeast of Tanzania (Kilimandjaro, Arusha, Tarangire National Park...) | 83°F to 92°F | 3 à 14 days | 85°F | good weather |
| Southern Highlands Zone (Mbeya, Songea, Ruaha National Park...) | 72°F to 79°F | 23 à 29 days | bad weather* | |
| West of Tanzania (Mahale Mountain National Park, Katavi National Park, Gombe National Park...) | 72°F to 77°F | 16 à 23 days | tolerable weather* | |
| Zanzibar (Stone Town, Wete (Pemba Island), Nungwi (Unguja Island)...) | 85°F to 88°F | 5 à 7 days | 85°F | good weather |
Where should you go in Tanzania in january when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Tanzania in january ranges from good to bad depending on the region and city.
It is not ideal 100%, but the weather in Tanzania that month is quite good in Kilimandjaro. I allows to enjoy vacation in this city. And even why not take a little time to take a nap at the pool under the sun!
If you do not go the sun and blue sky, but, for example for cultural tours or hiking, the cities of Tabora, Dar Es Salaam, Zanzibar and Dodoma have a quite correct weather for it in january. Eventually, we advise you to avoid you get because the climate is frankly unfavorable.
Climate in Tanzania in january
Climate in Dodoma in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 65°F (for an average temperature of 76°F). The climate quite enjoyable here in this month. With 10.6in over 14 days, rain may occur during your vacations. But this is moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct climate, the month of january is okay (but not good time) for traveling there.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 76°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Rainfall | 10.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 14 day(s) (45%) | ||
| Humidity | 94% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 38% | ||
| Length of day | 12:27 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Dar Es Salaam in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Dar Es Salaam is 85°F (maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 79°F). The climate is burning here in the month of january. With 4.4in over 7 days, rainfall can happen for your stay. But this is rather moderate and it will not be continuous.
With proper weather, january is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in Dar Es Salaam.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 85°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 84°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (23%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 40% | ||
| Length of day | 12:29 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Serengeti National Park in january
In january, maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 61°F (for an average temperature of 72°F). The climate is comfortable in this city in january. With 8.7in over 14 days, rainfall can happen during your stay. But this is rather moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a good climate, the month of january is a good month to go in this locality in Tanzania.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 72°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 61°F | ||
| Rainfall | 8.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 14 day(s) (44%) | ||
| Humidity | 90% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 29% | ||
| Length of day | 12:14 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Zanzibar in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Zanzibar is 85°F (maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 81°F). The climate is very hot there in this month. With 5in over 6 days, you will experience some showers for your stay. But this is rather reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct climate, january is okay (but not good time) for traveling there.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 85°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 81°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 84°F | ||
| Rainfall | 5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (19%) | ||
| Humidity | 83% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 35% | ||
| Length of day | 12:27 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Arusha in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 63°F (for an average temperature of 74°F). The climate is quite nice in that area in january. With 4.6in over 6 days, rainfall can happen during your trip. But this is pretty moderate and it will not be continuous.
With good weather conditions, the month of january is a recommended month to go in this locality in Tanzania.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 74°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 63°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (20%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 28% | ||
| Length of day | 12:18 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
All cities in Tanzania in january
| Dodoma in january | tolerable weather |
| Dar Es Salaam in january | good weather |
| Serengeti National Park in january | tolerable weather |
| Zanzibar in january | good weather |
| Arusha in january | good weather |
| Bukoba in january | good weather |
| Gombe National Park in january | tolerable weather |
| Katavi National Park in january | bad weather |
| Kilimandjaro in january | good weather |
| Kilwa Masoko in january | tolerable weather |
| Mahale Mountain National Park in january | bad weather |
| Mbeya in january | very bad weather |
| Mtwara in january | tolerable weather |
| Mwanza in january | good weather |
| Ruaha National Park in january | very bad weather |
| Singida in january | tolerable weather |
| Songea in january | bad weather |
| Tabora in january | good weather |
| Tarangire National Park in january | good weather |
| Ngorongoro Conservation Area in january | good weather |
| Arusha National Park in january | good weather |
Weather data for Tanzania in january:
Weather data for Tanzania in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Tanzania. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Tanzania can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Tanzania.