Geography of Tanzania
Geography of Tanzania: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Tanzania
Maasai Mara National Reserve is 333 mi to the north, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is 344 mi to the north, Kenya is 345 mi to the north and Nairobi is 345 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 6°9′46.8″S 35°45′5.8″E (-6.163, 35.7516)
Quick facts about Tanzania
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 6°9′46.8″S 35°45′5.8″E (-6.163, 35.7516) |
| Capital | Dodoma |
| Population | 67.000.000 |
| Area | 365.756 sq mi |
| ISO code | TZ |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | TZA |
| Currency | Tanzanian shilling (TZS) |
| Languages | Swahili, English |
| Calling code | +255 |
| Time zone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Local time | 8:23 AM (UTC+03:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September, October and November |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Geography by national park in Tanzania
1 national parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by unesco world heritage site in Tanzania
2 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Geography by mountain in Tanzania
1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas
Geography by island in Tanzania
1 islands mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in Tanzania
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by lake in Tanzania
1 lakes mapped in this atlas
Summary
Tanzania is a country in Africa. Tanzania is a country in Africa with its capital at Dodoma. It has a population of about 67 million. The capital is Dodoma.
Right now it is 61°F (16°C) in Tanzania with clear. It feels like 58°F. Today runs from 61°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Tanzania is May, June, July, August, September, October and November. The climate is Mediterranean. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. October is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 59°F.
Nearby highlights include Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park and Mount Kilimanjaro.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 82°F is in line with the 83°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Tanzania today at 10/10. Gusts to 35 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Tanzania 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° | 66° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 83° | 66° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 83° | 66° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 83° | 65° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 83° | 63° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 81° | 60° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 81° | 59° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 83° | 59° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 86° | 61° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 88° | 64° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 88° | 66° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 84° | 66° | 5,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Tanzania?
Tanzania is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are -6.163, 35.7516. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Tanzania right now?
It is currently 61°F (16°C) with clear. Humidity is 92% and wind is 13 mph.
When is the best time to visit Tanzania?
May, June, July, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Tanzania, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Tanzania in?
Tanzania observes Africa/Dar_es_Salaam (UTC+03:00). The local time is 8:23 AM.
How many people live in Tanzania?
Tanzania has a population of approximately 67 million.
What are the top things to do in Tanzania?
Popular options include Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, Nungwi Beach and Zanzibar.
What places are in Tanzania?
Tanzania covers 7 places in this atlas, including Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar and Zanzibar City.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 25, 2026 at 8:23 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
