Njombe weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Njombe, Tanzania. Like most weather services, we show Njombe at one spot: Makumbako, its largest city. At 1:30 AM local time it was clear and 17°C (62°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 PM (5.7 mm total). Best months for weather: May–Oct.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 19%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 PM (5.7 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season May–OctOff season Dec–Mar
About Makumbako weather
Is it raining in Makumbako right now?
No. It’s clear and 17° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 2 PM (5.7 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Makumbako this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 26–27° and lows of 14–17°. Rain is likely on 3 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday). The driest day looks like Thursday.
Has it been raining in Makumbako lately?
In the past 7 days, Makumbako had 2 rainy days and 8.4 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Makumbako?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Njombe weather by month
When is the best time to visit Njombe?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Njombe is May–Oct, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Dec–Mar tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 20°C (68°F) in July to 26°C (79°F) in November.
What is the rainiest month in Njombe?
January is the wettest month, with about 356 mm (14.0 in) of rain on average. September is the driest, with about 7 mm (0.3 in).
What is the hottest month in Njombe?
November is the warmest, with average highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 9°C (47°F).
Does Njombe have a rainy season?
Yes. Dec–Apr is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jun–Oct is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Makumbako), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Njombe
Weather can differ a lot within Njombe: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.