The best times to visit Songea for ideal weather are
April 23rd to October 7th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
Songea Travel Guide
Other Songea Travel Info
Weather in Songea
Temperature
Average temperatures in Songea vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 66th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Songea, the hottest months are November, October, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid November where highs are regularly around 88°F (31.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 64.8°F (18.2°C) at night.
Songea Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Songea Temperatures (Celsius)
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“Feels-Like” Temperatures
The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.
Songea Perceived Temperature (F)
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Songea Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Songea Temperatures by Month
Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.
Show Fahrenheit
Month | Avg. High (°F) | Avg. Mean (°F) | Avg. Low (°F) |
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Jan | 82.3 | 73.4 | 65 |
Feb | 82 | 72.9 | 64.1 |
Mar | 81.1 | 72.2 | 63.4 |
Apr | 79.6 | 71.3 | 61.7 |
May | 78.2 | 68.7 | 56.4 |
Jun | 76.6 | 66.4 | 52.5 |
Jul | 75.4 | 65.6 | 51.5 |
Aug | 78.3 | 68 | 53.9 |
Sep | 82.9 | 72 | 58.2 |
Oct | 85.6 | 75.4 | 62 |
Nov | 86.5 | 76.7 | 64.3 |
Dec | 83.7 | 74.7 | 64.2 |
Show Celsius
Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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Jan | 27.9 | 23 | 18.3 |
Feb | 27.8 | 22.7 | 17.8 |
Mar | 27.3 | 22.3 | 17.4 |
Apr | 26.4 | 21.8 | 16.5 |
May | 25.7 | 20.4 | 13.6 |
Jun | 24.8 | 19.1 | 11.4 |
Jul | 24.1 | 18.7 | 10.8 |
Aug | 25.7 | 20 | 12.2 |
Sep | 28.3 | 22.2 | 14.6 |
Oct | 29.8 | 24.1 | 16.7 |
Nov | 30.3 | 24.8 | 17.9 |
Dec | 28.7 | 23.7 | 17.9 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Songea are June, July, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid May. For example, on the week of May 14th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late January and early February with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of January 29th.
When can you find snow in Songea? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.
Chance of Precipitation
The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Songea.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Songea (in).
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Average Rain and Snow by Month
Show Inches
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (in) | Total Precipitation (in) |
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Jan | 44% | 0 | 9.9 |
Feb | 41% | 0 | 7.1 |
Mar | 41% | 0 | 7.2 |
Apr | 22% | 0 | 3.8 |
May | 4% | 0 | 0.4 |
Jun | 0% | 0 | 0 |
Jul | 0% | 0 | 0 |
Aug | 1% | 0 | 0.1 |
Sep | 0% | 0 | 0.1 |
Oct | 3% | 0 | 1 |
Nov | 13% | 0 | 2.4 |
Dec | 33% | 0 | 6.3 |
Show Centimeters
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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Jan | 44 | 0 | 25.1 |
Feb | 41 | 0 | 18 |
Mar | 41 | 0 | 18.3 |
Apr | 22 | 0 | 9.7 |
May | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Jun | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Jul | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Aug | 1 | 0 | 0.3 |
Sep | 0 | 0 | 0.3 |
Oct | 3 | 0 | 2.5 |
Nov | 13 | 0 | 6.1 |
Dec | 33 | 0 | 16 |
Humidity and Wind
Songea has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is September (42.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is March (75.9%).
Wind in Songea is usually calm. The windiest month is October, followed by November and September. October’s average wind speed of around 8.7 knots (10 MPH or 16.1 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid October where average top sustained speeds reach 16.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Songea.
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Wind
The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.
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Average Wind Speeds
Show Wind Speeds
All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.
Month | Avg. Wind | Avg. Wind Feel | Sustained High Wind | High Wind Feel |
Jan | 4.4 | Light breeze | 12.7 | Significant breeze |
Feb | 3.7 | Barely noticeable | 12.3 | Significant breeze |
Mar | 3.6 | Barely noticeable | 12 | Significant breeze |
Apr | 4.5 | Light breeze | 11.9 | Significant breeze |
May | 4.3 | Light breeze | 12 | Significant breeze |
Jun | 4.8 | Light breeze | 12.8 | Significant breeze |
Jul | 5.1 | Light breeze | 12.9 | Significant breeze |
Aug | 5.7 | Light breeze | 13.6 | Significant breeze |
Sep | 7.5 | Gentle breeze | 15.8 | Significant breeze |
Oct | 8.7 | Gentle breeze | 16.5 | Significant breeze |
Nov | 8.1 | Gentle breeze | 15.8 | Significant breeze |
Dec | 5.6 | Light breeze | 13.4 | Significant breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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Jan | 72.8% |
Feb | 74.3% |
Mar | 75.9% |
Apr | 71.7% |
May | 64.4% |
Jun | 55.8% |
Jul | 51.4% |
Aug | 48.3% |
Sep | 42.3% |
Oct | 43.8% |
Nov | 50.5% |
Dec | 66.3% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Songea?
Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Tanzania; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.
The Busiest and Least Crowded Months
The busiest month for tourism in Songea, Tanzania is August, followed by July and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Songea in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.
Estimated Tourism by Month
Most Popular Months to Visit
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Overall Songea Travel Experience by Season
Fall (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 82.3°F (27.9°C) and 76.9°F (24.9°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 1 to 13 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.
Winter (June through August)
The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Songea, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.
Spring (September through November)
Spring daily highs range from 88°F (31.1°C) and 81.2°F (27.3°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 4 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.
Summer (December through February)
Weather is perfect this time of year in Songea to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 84.4°F (29.1°C) and 81.7°F (27.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 10 to 14 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.
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