Monthly climate guide
Arusha weather in October
Expect hot weather in Arusha in October: afternoons reach about 30°C (87°F), while nights drop to around 17°C (62°F). Around 88 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as September and about the same as November.
What stands out in October
- Arusha is usually about 2°C cooler than Moshi, 70 km away, in October.
- October is Arusha's second warmest month.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 14°C, so pack a layer.
Avg high
30°C
87°F
Avg low
17°C
62°F
Rainfall
88 mm
some rain
Humidity
64%
relative
Sky
54%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Arusha weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 86°F | 18°C / 64°F | 107 mm | 66% | 56% |
| February | 31°C / 87°F | 18°C / 64°F | 95 mm | 65% | 54% |
| March | 30°C / 86°F | 18°C / 65°F | 116 mm | 70% | 64% |
| April | 28°C / 82°F | 18°C / 64°F | 177 mm | 79% | 75% |
| May | 26°C / 78°F | 16°C / 61°F | 109 mm | 82% | 66% |
| June | 26°C / 78°F | 14°C / 58°F | 21 mm | 77% | 59% |
| July | 26°C / 80°F | 14°C / 57°F | 12 mm | 70% | 52% |
| August | 28°C / 82°F | 15°C / 58°F | 17 mm | 67% | 52% |
| September | 30°C / 85°F | 15°C / 60°F | 25 mm | 62% | 44% |
| October | 30°C / 87°F | 17°C / 62°F | 88 mm | 64% | 54% |
| November | 29°C / 85°F | 18°C / 64°F | 193 mm | 72% | 67% |
| December | 29°C / 84°F | 18°C / 64°F | 132 mm | 73% | 64% |
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is October a good time to visit Arusha?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Arusha →Other Tanzania cities in October
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Arusha in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Arusha?
October is a reasonable time for Arusha: highs around 30°C and about 88 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Arusha in October?
Average highs are about 30°C (87°F) and average lows about 17°C (62°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Arusha in October?
Arusha typically gets around 88 mm of rain in October — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Arusha (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.