Best Time to Hike Marangu
Month-by-month temperatures and rainfall for Marangu, Tanzania, based on 2-year climate normals.
Month-by-month weather on Marangu
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.8°C / 51°F | 6.5°C / 44°F | 619 mm | 28 |
| February | 12°C / 54°F | 6.6°C / 44°F | 167 mm | 24 |
| March | 11.9°C / 53°F | 7.3°C / 45°F | 263 mm | 28 |
| April | 10.9°C / 52°F | 7.6°C / 46°F | 498 mm | 29 |
| May | 10.5°C / 51°F | 6.7°C / 44°F | 369 mm | 31 |
| June | 9.4°C / 49°F | 5.2°C / 41°F | 186 mm | 27 |
| July | 8.7°C / 48°F | 5.1°C / 41°F | 158 mm | 28 |
| August | 8.4°C / 47°F | 4.7°C / 40°F | 192 mm | 30 |
| September | 9.7°C / 49°F | 5.4°C / 42°F | 306 mm | 29 |
| October | 9.5°C / 49°F | 5.6°C / 42°F | 426 mm | 31 |
| November | 10.3°C / 51°F | 6.4°C / 44°F | 267 mm | 27 |
| December | 10.3°C / 51°F | 6.7°C / 44°F | 417 mm | 29 |
Highlighted rows are the recommended hiking window. Climate normals via Open-Meteo (2-year average). Mountain weather varies — always check a live forecast before you set off.
The best months to hike Marangu are January, February, March. Expect daytime highs around 12°C (54°F) and nights near 7°C (45°F).
Pack flexible layers and a reliable rain shell — conditions can shift quickly in the mountains.