How is weather in tanzani in december ?:

Tanzania in December has warm, pleasant weather and is a great time to visit—especially for safari, Kilimanjaro, and Zanzibar. Here’s a clear breakdown:

🌤️ Overall Weather in December

December falls in the short rains season, but the rains are usually:

• Light to moderate
• Short in duration
• Often in the late afternoon or evening
• With plenty of sunshine during the day

Temperatures are warm everywhere, and landscapes look beautifully green.

📍 By Region

1. Northern Tanzania (Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Arusha, Moshi/Kilimanjaro)

• Temperature:
  • Day: 22–28°C
  • Night: 12–18°C
• Conditions:
  • Mostly sunny days with occasional short rains
  • Great time for wildlife — especially Ndutu Migration calving area starts building up
  • Ngorongoro is cooler due to high altitude

2. Mount Kilimanjaro & Meru

• Temperature:
  • Lower slopes: 15–22°C
  • High altitude: freezing (0°C and below)
• Conditions:
  • Short rains may make some trails muddy on lower slopes
  • Clear summit mornings
  • Good climbing month with fewer crowds

3. Zanzibar & Coastal Areas

• Temperature:
  • Day: 28–32°C
  • Night: 22–26°C
• Conditions:
  • Hot, humid, tropical
  • Occasional brief rain showers
  • Perfect beach weather with calm seas

4. Southern Parks (Selous/Nyerere, Ruaha, Mikumi)

• Temperature: 25–33°C
• Conditions:
  • Rains can be heavier compared to the north
  • Wildlife still good, but vegetation is thicker
  • Selous/Nyerere may be more humid

🌅 Best Activities in December

✔ Safari in Serengeti, Tarangire, Ngorongoro
✔ Kilimanjaro & Meru trekking
✔ Zanzibar beaches & diving
✔ Cultural tours
✔ Birdwatching (many migratory species arrive)

🧳 What to Pack

• Light clothing
• A warm layer for evenings
• Rain jacket
• Waterproof shoes for trekking
• Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
• Swimsuit for Zanzibar