Dar es Salaam in December usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +88°F and roughly 0 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 25 rainy days with an average precipitation of 136 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+72°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
136 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
25 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dar es Salaam has OK weather in December.
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Average temperature in Dar es Salaam in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dar es Salaam for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in December is +90°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +91°F during the day and a minimum of +75°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +91°F.
Is Dar es Salaam warm or cold in December?
Dar es Salaam is typically hot in December.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +88°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +75°F to +77°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
December is one of the warmest months in Dar es Salaam, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Dar es Salaam in December
Water in Dar es Salaam in December is Very warm. It varies from +81°F to +86°F, with an average of +83°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +88°F.
The water temperature in December is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Dar es Salaam are reached in March, when the average sea temperature rises to +85°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +78°F.
Can you swim in Dar es Salaam in December?
You can definitely swim in Dar es Salaam in December, the water is very warm (+83°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Dar es Salaam in December
Dar es Salaam weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+88°F
+88°F
+88°F
Min. temperature
+70°F
+72°F
+72°F
Max. temperature
+93°F
+93°F
+93°F
Rainfall
113 mm
136 mm
81 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+82°F
+83°F
+83°F
Humidity
80%
81%
79%
Air pressure
1011 HPa
1010 HPa
1010 HPa
Sunny days
1
0
0
Cloudy days
3
1
4
Rainy days
24
25
23
Snowy days
0
0
0
December weather is still as ok as in November.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +88°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 113 mm to 136 mm.Humidity rises from 80% to 81%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 1 sunny days in November to 0 in December.
January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Dar es Salaam in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Dar es Salaam is gradually increasing during December, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Dar es Salaam based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in December stands at 74%, leading to total precipitation of around 117 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 26 mm, which is moderate rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
December is one of the rainiest months in Dar es Salaam, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Dar es Salaam wettest month is April, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 205 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 68% chance of precipitation and 20 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last December in Dar es Salaam?
This is the weather in Dar es Salaam in December 2023:
1 December
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+90°F
2 December
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+87°F
3 December
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+88°F
4 December
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+88°F
5 December
🌧️
+89°F
6 December
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+88°F
7 December
🌧️
+87°F
8 December
🌧️
+83°F
9 December
🌧️
+87°F
10 December
🌧️
+87°F
11 December
🌧️
+88°F
12 December
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+90°F
13 December
☀️
+90°F
14 December
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+90°F
15 December
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+91°F
16 December
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+88°F
17 December
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+88°F
18 December
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+89°F
19 December
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+91°F
20 December
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+91°F
21 December
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+90°F
22 December
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+89°F
23 December
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+90°F
24 December
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+89°F
25 December
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+88°F
26 December
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+88°F
27 December
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+88°F
28 December
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+91°F
29 December
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+92°F
30 December
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+92°F
31 December
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+92°F
In December 2023 Dar es Salaam had 9 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 64%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Dar es Salaam climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Dar es Salaam in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+84°F) and the highest in 2023 (+87°F). The driest year was 2003 with only 558 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1979 with 1581 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Dar es Salaam in December:
Is December a good time to visit Dar es Salaam?
It’s always a good time to visit Dar es Salaam, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Dar es Salaam in December?
Absolutely, December is hot in Dar es Salaam. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Can you swim in Dar es Salaam in December?
Yes, you can swim in Dar es Salaam in December, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +83°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Dar es Salaam rainy in December?
Dar es Salaam is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Dar es Salaam in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Dar es Salaam in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Tanzania
Check out the weather for other cities in Tanzania.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Dar es Salaam, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
