Basotu weather
At 6:30 AM local time it was cloudy and 17°C (62°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 PM (3.8 mm total). Best months for weather: Jun–Oct. Basotu sits 1607 m (5,273 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Basotu, Manyara, Tanzania.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 98%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 PM (3.8 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jun–OctOff season Mar–Apr, Nov–Jan
About Basotu weather
Is it raining in Basotu right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 17° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 PM (3.8 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Basotu this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 27–29° and lows of 16–17°. Rain is likely on 2 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday). The driest day looks like Thursday.
Has it been raining in Basotu lately?
In the past 7 days, Basotu had 3 rainy days and 8.7 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Basotu?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Basotu weather by month
When is the best time to visit Basotu?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Basotu is Jun–Oct, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Mar–Apr, Nov–Jan tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 25°C (77°F) in June to 30°C (85°F) in October.
What is the rainiest month in Basotu?
January is the wettest month, with about 163 mm (6.4 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 2 mm (0.1 in).
What is the hottest month in Basotu?
October is the warmest, with average highs of 30°C (85°F) and lows of 14°C (58°F). June is the coolest, with highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 12°C (53°F).
Does Basotu have a rainy season?
Yes. Dec–Jan is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while May–Oct is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months