Best Time to Visit Serengeti National Park
Best time to visit Serengeti National Park: June, July, August, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Serengeti National Park
Go in June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Serengeti National Park month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82° | 62° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 84° | 62° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 84° | 63° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 83° | 63° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 82° | 62° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 84° | 61° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 84° | 61° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 85° | 61° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 87° | 63° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 88° | 63° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 85° | 64° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 82° | 62° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Serengeti National Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Serengeti National Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serengeti National Park | 0 mi | 72°F | about the same | 31 in |
| Maasai Mara National Reserve | 65 mi | 70°F | 34°F cooler | 32 in |
| Ngorongoro Conservation Area | 76 mi | 64°F | 40°F cooler | 36 in |
| Kenya | 155 mi | 67°F | 37°F cooler | 32 in |
| Nairobi | 155 mi | 67°F | 37°F cooler | 32 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Serengeti National Park is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tanzania. Serengeti National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for the annual wildebeest migration.
Right now it is 64°F (18°C) in Serengeti National Park with clear. It feels like 63°F. Today runs from 63°F to 85°F. Chance of precipitation is 92%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Serengeti National Park is June, July, August, September and October. The climate is Mediterranean. March, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. October is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 61°F.
The closest major airport is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), about 161 mi away. Nearby highlights include Serengeti National Park, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Lake Victoria.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 85°F is in line with the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Serengeti National Park today at 8.4/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Serengeti National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:38 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 85° / 63°
Light showers · 92% rain · wind 14 mph
☁️ 89° / 65°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 16 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Serengeti National Park?
Serengeti National Park is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tanzania. Its coordinates are -2.3333, 34.8333. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Serengeti National Park right now?
It is currently 64°F (18°C) with clear. Humidity is 71% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Serengeti National Park?
June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Serengeti National Park, which has a Mediterranean climate. March, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Serengeti National Park in?
Serengeti National Park observes Africa/Dar_es_Salaam (UTC+03:00). The local time is 9:38 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Serengeti National Park?
The closest airports are Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), 161 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Serengeti National Park?
Popular options include Serengeti National Park, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Victoria, Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (unesco-sites) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 9:38 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
