Dar es Salaam is situated on the equator and therefore experiences a tropical climate with hot humid weather all year round. It is marginally hotter between December and March, the hottest month being January when average temperatures range between 77°F (25°C) and 88°F (31°C). The city experiences its highest rainfall between April and May, with a milder rainy season in November and December. The best time to visit Dar es Salaam is from June to September, when the temperatures are milder and the humidity is low.
