April · Tanzania
Best time to visit Dar es Salaam in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Dar es Salaam in April
Average temperature 27°C, 264 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
3.3/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 264 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
April in Dar es Salaam scores 3.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 264 mm of rain, and roughly 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Dar es Salaam is Tanzania's port city, with markets, beaches and ferries to Zanzibar.
April in Dar es Salaam — off-season conditions
Days in April average 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 83% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 264 mm: only about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 3.3/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 8.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Dar es Salaam — 4.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Dar es Salaam in April?
- In April, Dar es Salaam averages 27°C, 264 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.3/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Dar es Salaam?
- April earns a 3.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Dar es Salaam in April?
- Expect about 264 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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