Mkomazi National Park

Weather & Climate

35 Mkomazi Safaris

Expert

By Philip Briggs

Philip is the author of the Bradt guidebook to Tanzania.

Climate Chart Mkomazi National Park – 234-1,500m / 768-4,921ft

The climate in Mkomazi National Park is usually dry and warm to hot. The hottest months are October to April, and the coolest months are May to September.

The Wet season consists of two rainy periods: the short rains (November to December) and the long rains (March to May), with a dry spell in between. Rains are frequent during the rainy season but generally do not last all day.

Dry Season –June to October

Afternoon temperatures of around 27°C/81°F are common. It cools off at night with minimum temperatures around 16°C/61°F. There is almost no rain in this period.

June, July, August & September – The daytime weather is clear and sunny. The sky gets hazy toward the end of the season.
October – The first showers at the end of the month bring relief by settling the dust.

Wet Season –November to May

As in the Dry season, temperatures are quite uniform, but the humidity is higher and the heat might become oppressive. Afternoon temperatures are usually around 29°C/84°F, and nighttime temperatures are around 19°C/66°F.

November & December – 'Short rains' – Sometime in the months of November and December comes a period of rain. These rains aren't likely to impact your trip negatively, as it is uncommon for it to rain all day long. Afternoon showers are more likely.
January & February – There tends to be a drier spell with less rain between the short and long rains. The exact timing is uncertain.
March, April & May – 'Long rains' – It rains with more frequency although not often for the whole day. These months are the wettest and most cloud-covered. The humidity is heightened, and it might feel very hot.