Monthly climate guide
Nungwi weather in December
Expect hot weather in Nungwi in December: afternoons reach about 29°C (84°F), while nights drop to around 27°C (81°F). Around 99 mm of rain falls over the month (wet), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- Humidity near 79% makes 29°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Only 2 months are warmer in Nungwi than December.
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 27°C — air-conditioning helps.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 2°C).
Avg high
29°C
84°F
Avg low
27°C
81°F
Rainfall
99 mm
wet
Humidity
79%
relative
Sky
39%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Nungwi weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 84°F | 27°C / 81°F | 68 mm | 79% | 49% |
| February | 29°C / 84°F | 27°C / 81°F | 40 mm | 78% | 44% |
| March | 29°C / 85°F | 28°C / 82°F | 114 mm | 77% | 52% |
| April | 29°C / 84°F | 28°C / 82°F | 306 mm | 80% | 62% |
| May | 28°C / 82°F | 27°C / 80°F | 293 mm | 81% | 62% |
| June | 27°C / 81°F | 26°C / 78°F | 32 mm | 77% | 44% |
| July | 27°C / 80°F | 25°C / 76°F | 18 mm | 76% | 41% |
| August | 26°C / 80°F | 25°C / 76°F | 19 mm | 77% | 38% |
| September | 27°C / 80°F | 25°C / 77°F | 35 mm | 78% | 37% |
| October | 28°C / 82°F | 26°C / 78°F | 102 mm | 78% | 38% |
| November | 28°C / 83°F | 27°C / 80°F | 138 mm | 79% | 43% |
| December | 29°C / 84°F | 27°C / 81°F | 99 mm | 79% | 39% |
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Sunglasses
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is December a good time to visit Nungwi?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Nungwi →Other Tanzania cities in December
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Nungwi in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Nungwi?
December is one of the wetter months in Nungwi, with about 99 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Nungwi in December?
Average highs are about 29°C (84°F) and average lows about 27°C (81°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Nungwi in December?
Nungwi typically gets around 99 mm of rain in December — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Nungwi (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.