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Mahale Mountain National Park in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Mahale Mountain 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 Mahale Mountain National Park, Tanzania.

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Mahale Mountain National Park in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Mahale Mountain National Park in October in summary
Favourable weather
Min 23°C Max 27°C 181 mm 12 day(s) 72% 20% UV 6 11.3 h/day
Possible activities in October
Hiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapes
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 06:39 18:53
Hourly weather

Average weather in Mahale Mountain National Park in October 2026

Favourable weather

The weather in Mahale Mountain 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 Mahale Mountain National Park in October

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

Temperatures and rain in Mahale Mountain 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 Mahale Mountain National Park in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Mahale Mountain National Park in October

Check the seasonal normals in Mahale Mountain 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 25.8°C 25.3°C 24.1°C
Maximum temperature 27.8°C 27.3°C 26.0°C
Minimum temperature 23.8°C 23.3°C 22.2°C
Record maximum temperature 34.0°C
(2021)
35.0°C
(2021)
34.0°C
(2021)
Record low temperature 19.0°C
(2014)
19.0°C
(2014)
18.0°C
(2010)
Number of days at +30° 6 day(s)
(20%)
4 day(s)
(13%)
1 day(s)
(3%)
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 13 km/h 11 km/h 10 km/h
Wind temperature 23.8°C 23.3°C 22.2°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 42.2 mm 181.1 mm 343.1 mm
Number of days with precipitation 10 day(s)
(33%)
22 day(s)
(71%)
27 day(s)
(90%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 3 day(s)
(9%)
12 day(s)
(38%)
19 day(s)
(62%)
Record precipitation in one day 28.7 mm
(2011)
54.1 mm
(2011)
75.2 mm
(2010)
Other weather data
Humidity 60% 72% 81%
Visibility 9.8 km 9.4 km 9.0 km
Cloud cover 11% 20% 32%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 12h 11h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h53 06h39 06h33
Sunset time 18h57 18h53 18h57
Day length 12h04 12h14 12h24
Our opinion on the climate in October
The review of Where And When ideal weather favourable weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Mahale Mountain National Park in October?

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

What was the weather like in Mahale Mountain National Park in October last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
21°C31°C0.4 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
21°C29°C0.0 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
20°C29°C0.0 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
20°C29°C0.0 mm
5
Clear/Sunny
21°C29°C0.0 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
21°C30°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
21°C30°C0.0 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
22°C30°C0.1 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
23°C29°C0.0 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
22°C30°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
22°C31°C0.0 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
24°C31°C0.0 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
23°C31°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
23°C31°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
21°C31°C0.0 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
21°C29°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
21°C30°C0.2 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
22°C30°C0.0 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
22°C31°C0.5 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
21°C31°C0.0 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
22°C31°C0.0 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
21°C31°C0.0 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
21°C29°C0.3 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
21°C30°C0.1 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
21°C29°C0.8 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
20°C30°C1.0 mm
27
Light rain shower
21°C29°C2.1 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
21°C30°C0.0 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
24°C31°C0.0 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
21°C30°C0.6 mm
31
Moderate or heavy rain shower
20°C22°C11.7 mm
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Where to go near Mahale Mountain National Park in October?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Mahale Mountain National Park in October: your frequently asked questions

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

Yes, it’s a good time. Conditions are favorable in Mahale Mountain National Park in October, which places this month 6th out of 12.

Expect an average of 27°C during the day and 23°C at night, with about 181 mm of precipitation spread over 12 rainy days.

Expect about 11.3 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Hiking and trekking, Animal observation and Nature and landscapes.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 56/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

The most favorable months in Mahale Mountain National Park are: May, June, July, August, September and October. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.
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