Monthly climate guide
Mbeya weather in December
December in Mbeya is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 23°C (74°F) and night-time lows near 14°C (57°F). The month usually brings about 406 mm of rain (very wet) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than November and 2°C warmer than January.
What stands out in December
- This is rainy-season territory in Mbeya: short, heavy downpours are typical.
- Rain is above Mbeya's usual level, by about 159%.
- Just 390 km apart, but Mbeya runs about 7°C cooler than Dodoma this month.
It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
23°C
74°F
Avg low
14°C
57°F
Rainfall
406 mm
very wet
Humidity
84%
relative
Sky
81%
cloud · often cloudy
Mbeya weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C / 71°F | 14°C / 57°F | 365 mm | 87% | 89% |
| February | 23°C / 73°F | 14°C / 57°F | 301 mm | 86% | 81% |
| March | 23°C / 73°F | 14°C / 57°F | 312 mm | 87% | 81% |
| April | 23°C / 73°F | 13°C / 56°F | 182 mm | 87% | 65% |
| May | 22°C / 72°F | 11°C / 52°F | 38 mm | 84% | 34% |
| June | 21°C / 70°F | 9°C / 47°F | 10 mm | 81% | 14% |
| July | 21°C / 70°F | 8°C / 46°F | 22 mm | 79% | 14% |
| August | 23°C / 73°F | 8°C / 46°F | 15 mm | 75% | 17% |
| September | 25°C / 77°F | 9°C / 48°F | 3 mm | 70% | 22% |
| October | 27°C / 80°F | 12°C / 53°F | 42 mm | 70% | 46% |
| November | 26°C / 78°F | 13°C / 56°F | 184 mm | 75% | 63% |
| December | 23°C / 74°F | 14°C / 57°F | 406 mm | 84% | 81% |
What to pack for December
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is December a good time to visit Mbeya?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Mbeya →Other Tanzania cities in December
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Mbeya in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Mbeya?
December is one of the wetter months in Mbeya, with about 406 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Mbeya in December?
Average highs are about 23°C (74°F) and average lows about 14°C (57°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Mbeya in December?
Mbeya typically gets around 406 mm of rain in December — very wet. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Mbeya (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.