Are you considering a trip to Dar es Salaam in September? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +84°F and about 2 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 21 rainy days and 23 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
September is usually the driest month of the year in Dar es Salaam
Average weather
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+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+64°F
Min.
+90°F
Max.
23 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
21 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dar es Salaam has good weather in September.
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Average temperature in Dar es Salaam in September
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dar es Salaam for September based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in September is +88°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +90°F during the day and a minimum of +70°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 18% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +86°F to +90°F.
Is Dar es Salaam warm or cold in September?
Dar es Salaam is typically warm in September.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +70°F to +70°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how September is compared to other months in Dar es Salaam:
Water temperature in Dar es Salaam in September
Water in Dar es Salaam in September is Warm. It varies from +77°F to +80°F, with an average of +79°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +84°F.
The water temperature in September 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 September?
You can absolutely swim in Dar es Salaam in September, 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 September
Dar es Salaam weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
August
September
October
Avg. temperature
+82°F
+84°F
+86°F
Min. temperature
+64°F
+64°F
+66°F
Max. temperature
+90°F
+90°F
+93°F
Rainfall
25 mm
23 mm
60 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+78°F
+79°F
+80°F
Humidity
79%
77%
78%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1015 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
2
2
2
Cloudy days
6
7
7
Rainy days
23
21
22
Snowy days
0
0
0
September weather is still as good as in August.It’s getting warmer as September arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +82°F to +84°F during the day.As September arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 25 mm to 23 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 79% to 77%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during September, staying around 2 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.
Next month (October) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Dar es Salaam in September based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 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 September, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Dar es Salaam based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in September stands at 33%, leading to total precipitation of around 19 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 4 mm, which is considered light rain.September is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how September 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 September in Dar es Salaam?
This is the weather in Dar es Salaam in September 2023:
1 September
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+86°F
2 September
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+86°F
3 September
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+87°F
4 September
☀️
+86°F
5 September
☀️
+89°F
6 September
☀️
+88°F
7 September
☁️
+89°F
8 September
☀️
+88°F
9 September
☀️
+90°F
10 September
☀️
+88°F
11 September
☀️
+86°F
12 September
☁️
+83°F
13 September
☀️
+89°F
14 September
☀️
+88°F
15 September
☀️
+90°F
16 September
☁️
+89°F
17 September
☁️
+88°F
18 September
☁️
+90°F
19 September
☀️
+89°F
20 September
☀️
+90°F
21 September
🌧️
+88°F
22 September
☁️
+90°F
23 September
☀️
+89°F
24 September
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+90°F
25 September
☁️
+89°F
26 September
☀️
+88°F
27 September
☀️
+85°F
28 September
🌧️
+87°F
29 September
🌧️
+86°F
30 September
☀️
+89°F
In September 2023 Dar es Salaam had 20 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +90°F and a minimum of +84°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in September?
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 September 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 September:
Is September a good time to visit Dar es Salaam?
September 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 September?
September 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 September?
Yes, you can swim in Dar es Salaam in September, the water temperature averaging at +79°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Dar es Salaam rainy in September?
Dar es Salaam is usually dry in September. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Dar es Salaam in September?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Dar es Salaam in September, 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.
