Mount Kilimanjaro Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Mount Kilimanjaro: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Mount Kilimanjaro 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 | 21° | 14° | 28,4 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 22° | 14° | 16,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 23° | 16° | 23,3 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| April | 22° | 16° | 31,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| May | 22° | 15° | 21,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| June | 22° | 12° | 9,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| July | 22° | 12° | 6,1 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| August | 20° | 12° | 7,4 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| September | 21° | 13° | 18,1 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| October | 21° | 14° | 22,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| November | 22° | 15° | 25,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| December | 21° | 15° | 30,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Mount Kilimanjaro
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Mount Kilimanjaro compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Mount Kilimanjaro.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | 124 mi | 68°F | +82°F warmer | 35 in |
| Kenya | 128 mi | 67°F | +82°F warmer | 32 in |
| Nairobi | 128 mi | 67°F | +82°F warmer | 32 in |
| Ngorongoro Conservation Area | 128 mi | 64°F | +78°F warmer | 36 in |
| Serengeti National Park | 181 mi | 72°F | +87°F warmer | 31 in |
Best time to visit Mount Kilimanjaro
Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Summary
Mount Kilimanjaro is a mountain in Tanzania. Mount Kilimanjaro is a mountain known as Africa's highest free-standing peak. It sits at 19.341 ft above sea level.
The best time to visit Mount Kilimanjaro is June, July and August. The climate is polar. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 23°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 12°F.
The closest major airport is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), about 124 mi away. Nearby highlights include Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Serengeti National Park and Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mount Kilimanjaro?
Mount Kilimanjaro is a mountain in Tanzania. Its coordinates are -3.0674, 37.3556. It lies in Africa.
When is the best time to visit Mount Kilimanjaro?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Mount Kilimanjaro, which has a polar climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What is the nearest airport to Mount Kilimanjaro?
The closest airports are Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), 124 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Mount Kilimanjaro?
Popular options include Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Serengeti National Park, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Mount Kenya and Nungwi Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - 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 22, 2026 UTC. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
