Katavi National Park

Weather & Climate

Katavi Safaris

Expert

By Philip Briggs

Philip is the author of the Bradt guidebook to Tanzania.

Climate Chart Katavi National Park – 825-1,618m / 2,707-5,308ft

The climate in Katavi National Park is hot throughout the year. Katavi’s nights are pleasant (around 18°C/64°F). Temperatures during the day are around 31°C/88°F. Katavi has one continuous Wet season (from November to April). It tends not to rain all day long but afternoon thundershowers can be expected. The Dry season is from May to October.

Dry Season –May to October

May – This is the start of the Dry season. It might still rain occasionally though, especially at the beginning of the month.
June, July, August & September – Afternoon temperatures are usually around 30°C/86°F. Most days are sunny and clear. Rain would be very rare at this time. June has the coolest nights with an average minimum temperature of 15°C/59°F.
October – This is the end of the Dry season. Temperatures peak slightly at 32°C/90°F. Rain can be expected on some days and humidity will gradually increase.

Wet Season –November to April

November, December, January, February, March & April – The humidity is high, and it can feel incredibly hot. Afternoon temperatures are usually around 32°C/90°F and nighttime temperatures are around 19°C/66°F. Thunderstorms in the afternoon are probable. It will rain almost every day but rarely all day long.