Best Time to Visit Mtwara
Best time: Sep, Aug, Oct, Jul.
Dec is warmest (32.3°C high); Apr is rainiest (202 mm).
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Mtwara weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31.9 | 23.3 | 167 | 7.9 |
| Feb | 32.1 | 23.1 | 151 | 7.6 |
| Mar | 31.9 | 23 | 196 | 7.9 |
| Apr | 31.3 | 22.9 | 202 | 7.4 |
| May | 30.8 | 21.2 | 70 | 7.6 |
| Jun | 30.1 | 19.7 | 19 | 7.3 |
| Jul | 29.7 | 19.2 | 18 | 7.4 |
| Aug | 29.5 | 19.1 | 12 | 8.3 |
| Sep | 30.1 | 20.1 | 17 | 9.1 |
| Oct | 30.9 | 21.5 | 27 | 9.6 |
| Nov | 31.6 | 22.8 | 64 | 9.6 |
| Dec | 32.3 | 23.3 | 137 | 8.7 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: SepAugOctJul
Beaches: AugSepOctJul
Hiking: AugSepJulJun
Sightseeing: AugSepJulJun
Mtwara quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mtwara?
Sep, Aug, Oct, Jul.
What is the rainiest month?
Apr, about 202 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Dec, with average highs of 32.3°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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