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Dar es Salaam in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Dar es Salaam in February will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Dar es Salaam, based on historical data.
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February

Weather in Dar es Salaam in February 2025

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Dar es Salaam in February usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +90°F and roughly 1 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 7 rainy days with an average precipitation of 74 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • February is usually the hottest month of the year in Dar es Salaam;

Average weather

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+90°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
74 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
20 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dar es Salaam has OK weather in February.

Average temperature in Dar es Salaam in February

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dar es Salaam for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in February is +88°F with a maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +75°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +90°F.

Is Dar es Salaam warm or cold in February?

Dar es Salaam is typically hot in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +88°F to +90°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +77°F to +77°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

February is the hottest month in Dar es Salaam, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Dar es Salaam in February

Dar es Salaam weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+88°F+90°F+88°F
Min. temperature
+72°F+73°F+72°F
Max. temperature
+93°F+95°F+95°F
Rainfall
81 mm74 mm176 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
79%78%82%
Air pressure
1009 HPa1009 HPa1009 HPa
Sunny days
111
Cloudy days
222012
Rainy days
8718
Snowy days
000

February weather is still as ok as in January. It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +88°F to +90°F during the day. As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 81 mm to 74 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 79% to 78%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.

March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Dar es Salaam in February 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 February, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Dar es Salaam based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 75% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 91 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 16 mm, which is considered light rain. February is a pretty wet month with over 21 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Dar es Salaam wettest month is April, where a typical day has a 67% chance of precipitation and 201 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 20 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last February in Dar es Salaam?

This is the weather in Dar es Salaam in February 2023:
1 February
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+89°F
2 February
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+89°F
3 February
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+88°F
4 February
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+89°F
5 February
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+85°F
6 February
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+86°F
7 February
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+88°F
8 February
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+88°F
9 February
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+88°F
10 February
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+89°F
11 February
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+88°F
12 February
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+87°F
13 February
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+88°F
14 February
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+87°F
15 February
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+89°F
16 February
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+87°F
17 February
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+90°F
18 February
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+91°F
19 February
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+91°F
20 February
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+90°F
21 February
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+93°F
22 February
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+86°F
23 February
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+84°F
24 February
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+84°F
25 February
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+90°F
26 February
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+90°F
27 February
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+90°F
28 February
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+90°F
In February 2023 Dar es Salaam had 5 sunny days, 18 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +84°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 44%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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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 February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+88°F) and the highest in 2015 (+94°F). The driest year was 1997 with only 7 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1996 with 194 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Dar es Salaam in February:

Is February 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 February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Dar es Salaam in February?

Absolutely, February is hot in Dar es Salaam. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Dar es Salaam rainy in February?

Dar es Salaam is often rainy in February. 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 February?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Dar es Salaam in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Dar es Salaam

Source of the data

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, 2022.

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.