Climate Chart of Pemba Island, Tanzania
Monthly data: Temperature °C, Rain (mm), Sunshine (h) · 2013–2023
For Pemba Island, Tanzania, the climate data describe 2013–2023.
Climate overview
Temperature
Monthly mean temperatures stay within a warm range: the highest monthly mean is March at 27.9 °C, while the coolest monthly means are shared by July / August at 24.8 °C. These are monthly averages, not daytime highs, so they do not describe the full range of temperatures visitors may experience in a day. Across the calendar-month means, the unweighted mean temperature is 26.4 °C. It gives a broad summary of the annual pattern rather than a day-weighted average or a prediction for any particular date.
Rain
Rainfall varies through the year in its mean daily amount. The highest monthly mean occurs in April, at 10.58 mm/day, whereas the lowest is in February, at 0.72 mm/day. These figures are daily averages, not monthly totals, and do not show how often rain falls or how it is distributed across individual days. The unweighted mean across monthly daily-rainfall means is 3.47 mm/day. It provides an overall reference, but cannot replace the month-specific figures when considering travel plans.
Sunshine
Mean daily sunshine duration reaches its highest monthly average in December at 11.23 hours/day, and its lowest in May at 9.37 hours/day. Sunshine duration can help describe typical daylight conditions for outdoor plans, but it is not the same as day length or a guarantee of clear skies. The unweighted mean of the monthly sunshine averages is 10.68 hours/day per day, a broad summary that does not indicate the conditions on any one day.
Best Travel Time Guide for Pemba Island, Tanzania: Ideal Seasons and Weather Insights
If lower average daily rainfall is your priority, February is a conditional option: its mean is 0.72 mm/day. That average does not guarantee dry days or tell you how frequently rain occurs, so flexible outdoor plans and suitable rain protection remain sensible. For travel in April, when the monthly mean daily rainfall is 10.58 mm/day, consider packing rain protection and keeping plans adaptable. The figure is an average daily amount, not a forecast or a monthly total.
Visitors seeking cooler monthly average temperatures may prefer July / August, when the monthly mean is 24.8 °C; this does not establish daytime highs or guarantee a particular feel on a given day. For sunshine-oriented outdoor planning, December has the highest mean daily sunshine duration at 11.23 hours/day, while May has the lowest at 9.37 hours/day. These criteria point to different considerations rather than a single universal best time to visit, and sunshine hours are not day length.
Climate Data Overview for Pemba Island, Tanzania
Explore the comprehensive climate data for Pemba Island, Tanzania. This detailed table provides valuable insights into temperature variations, precipitation levels, and seasonal changes, helping you understand the unique weather patterns of this region.
| Month | Average: Temperature °C | Rain (mm) / day | Snow (mm) / day | Sunshine (h) / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27.6 | 1.03 | 0.00 | 10.85 |
| Feb | 27.8 | 0.72 | 0.00 | 10.89 |
| Mar | 27.9 | 3.59 | 0.00 | 10.54 |
| Apr | 26.8 | 10.58 | 0.00 | 9.53 |
| May | 26.0 | 9.60 | 0.00 | 9.37 |
| Jun | 25.5 | 2.80 | 0.00 | 10.57 |
| Jul | 24.8 | 1.45 | 0.00 | 10.81 |
| Aug | 24.8 | 1.12 | 0.00 | 10.90 |
| Sep | 25.2 | 1.12 | 0.00 | 11.08 |
| Oct | 26.0 | 2.52 | 0.00 | 11.20 |
| Nov | 26.6 | 4.50 | 0.00 | 11.15 |
| Dec | 27.5 | 2.60 | 0.00 | 11.23 |
| Average | 26.4 | 3.47 | 0.00 | 10.68 |
