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

Take a look at past year’s weather for Dar es Salaam in July and see if it is worth visiting.
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July

Weather in Dar es Salaam in July 2025

Good Weather
Warm
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Rainy
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Warm water
Are you considering a trip to Dar es Salaam in July? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +82°F and about 3 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 21 rainy days and 20 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+63°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
20 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
21 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dar es Salaam has good weather in July.
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Average temperature in Dar es Salaam in July

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

The temperature in July is +86°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +88°F during the day and a minimum of +70°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +84°F to +88°F.

Is Dar es Salaam warm or cold in July?

Dar es Salaam is typically warm in July.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +72°F to +70°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

July is one of the coolest months in Dar es Salaam, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Dar es Salaam in July

Water in Dar es Salaam in July is Warm. It varies from +78°F to +80°F, with an average of +79°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +82°F.

The water temperature in July is one of the coldest 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 July?

You can absolutely swim in Dar es Salaam in July, the water is warm (+79°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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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
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Dar es Salaam in July

Dar es Salaam weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+82°F+82°F+82°F
Min. temperature
+66°F+63°F+64°F
Max. temperature
+88°F+88°F+90°F
Rainfall
31 mm20 mm25 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+81°F+79°F+78°F
Humidity
80%79%79%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1016 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
332
Cloudy days
876
Rainy days
192123
Snowy days
000

July weather is still as good as in June. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +82°F for average maximum temperature during the day. As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 31 mm to 20 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 80% to 79%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 3 sunny days during the month.

August brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Dar es Salaam in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Dar es Salaam is gradually decreasing during July, going from 5 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Dar es Salaam based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in July stands at 35%, leading to total precipitation of around 20 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 5 mm, which is considered light rain. July is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how July 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 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 July in Dar es Salaam?

This is the weather in Dar es Salaam in July 2023:
1 July
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+84°F
2 July
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+82°F
3 July
☁️
+80°F
4 July
☀️
+82°F
5 July
☀️
+85°F
6 July
☀️
+86°F
7 July
☀️
+84°F
8 July
☀️
+84°F
9 July
☀️
+85°F
10 July
☀️
+87°F
11 July
☀️
+88°F
12 July
☁️
+85°F
13 July
☀️
+85°F
14 July
☀️
+87°F
15 July
☀️
+86°F
16 July
☀️
+86°F
17 July
☀️
+86°F
18 July
☁️
+86°F
19 July
☀️
+86°F
20 July
☀️
+88°F
21 July
☁️
+87°F
22 July
☀️
+84°F
23 July
🌧️
+80°F
24 July
☁️
+86°F
25 July
☁️
+87°F
26 July
☁️
+84°F
27 July
🌧️
+85°F
28 July
☀️
+83°F
29 July
☁️
+85°F
30 July
☀️
+85°F
31 July
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+88°F
In July 2023 Dar es Salaam had 19 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +88°F and a minimum of +81°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 53%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 1 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 July 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 July:

Is July a good time to visit Dar es Salaam?

July is a really good time to go to Dar es Salaam. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Dar es Salaam.

Can you sunbathe in Dar es Salaam in July?

July is warm in Dar es Salaam. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Dar es Salaam in July?

Yes, you can swim in Dar es Salaam in July, the water temperature averaging at +79°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Dar es Salaam rainy in July?

Dar es Salaam is usually dry in July. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Dar es Salaam in July?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Dar es Salaam in July, 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.

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, 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.