Weather radar Arusha
Real-time precipitation radar · Arusha · Tanzania
Arusha climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Arusha shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 26.9° | 28° | 27.7° | 25.1° | 23.8° | 22.5° | 22.3° | 23.4° | 25.3° | 26.5° | 26.2° | 25.9° |
| Avg low (°C) | 15.6° | 15.7° | 16.6° | 17.2° | 15.6° | 13.3° | 12.7° | 13° | 13.8° | 15.4° | 16.6° | 16.2° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 92 | 75 | 95 | 134 | 26 | 11 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 28 | 97 | 106 |
| Rainy days | 11 | 9 | 13 | 24 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 15 | 17 |
| Sunshine hours | 325 | 307 | 329 | 292 | 302 | 305 | 309 | 306 | 317 | 338 | 318 | 327 |
| Humidity | 71% | 67% | 70% | 83% | 82% | 79% | 76% | 72% | 68% | 67% | 72% | 76% |
Best time to visit Arusha
The best time to visit Arusha is typically September. In this month the average high is 25.3°C, precipitation is 4 mm and sunshine duration is 317 hours. The annual average high is 25.3°C, total annual precipitation is 682 mm (113 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3775 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Arusha
How up to date is the weather radar for Arusha?
The weather radar for Arusha is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Arusha?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Arusha: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Arusha?
The thunderstorm potential for Arusha is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Arusha.
What is the climate like in Arusha?
Arusha has an annual average high of 25.3°C. The warmest month is February (avg high 28°C), the coldest July (avg low 12.7°C). The wettest month is April with 134 mm, the driest September with 4 mm. Total annual precipitation is 682 mm (113 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3775 hours.
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