Africa · Climate guide
Best time to visit Tanzania
The best time to visit Tanzania is Jan–Feb, Jun–Oct. Mar, Nov–Dec are also good.
Tanzania weather by month
Dry seasons for safari and Zanzibar beaches.
- Jan: Ideal
- Feb: Ideal
- Mar: Good
- Apr: Not ideal
- May: Not ideal
- Jun: Ideal
- Jul: Ideal
- Aug: Ideal
- Sep: Ideal
- Oct: Ideal
- Nov: Good
- Dec: Good
| Month | Weather | Ideal elsewhere |
|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 62 countries |
| February | Ideal | 67 countries |
| March | Good | 64 countries |
| April | Not ideal | 62 countries |
| May | Not ideal | 83 countries |
| June | Ideal | 85 countries |
| July | Ideal | 51 countries |
| August | Ideal | 52 countries |
| September | Ideal | 84 countries |
| October | Ideal | 53 countries |
| November | Good | 50 countries |
| December | Good | 51 countries |
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Cost of a month in Tanzania
Mid-range. A rough guide for one person staying a month: $2,000–$3,000 for rent, food and getting around. Book the best months early; prices climb with the weather.
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Questions about visiting Tanzania
When is the best time to visit Tanzania?
The best time to visit Tanzania for weather is Jan–Feb, Jun–Oct. Dry seasons for safari and Zanzibar beaches.
Which months should I avoid in Tanzania?
Apr–May are the least comfortable months in Tanzania, usually because of heat, heavy rain, storms or cold. Prices can be lower then, so it depends on what you care about most.
Is it worth visiting Tanzania outside the best months?
Often, yes. Mar, Nov–Dec are still good months in Tanzania, with a little more rain or heat but usually fewer crowds and better prices.
How much does a month in Tanzania cost?
Tanzania is mid-range for long stays. A rough guide for one person living there for a month is $2,000–$3,000, including rent, food and getting around. Your style matters more than the country.
Where else has great weather at the same time as Tanzania?
Nearby countries with ideal weather in the same months include Kenya, Comoros, Madagascar, Mozambique.
General guidance based on typical seasonal weather, not a forecast. Big countries have several climates. Always check current travel advisories and entry rules before you book.