February · Tanzania
Best time to visit Dar es Salaam in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Dar es Salaam in February
Average temperature 28°C, 81 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
5.6/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 81 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
February in Dar es Salaam scores 5.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 81 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Dar es Salaam is Tanzania's port city, with markets, beaches and ferries to Zanzibar.
February in Dar es Salaam: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Days in February average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 80% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 81 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.2 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 5.6/10 on the same scale — 7th 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 packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Dar es Salaam — 2.6 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Dar es Salaam in February?
- In February, Dar es Salaam averages 28°C, 81 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.6/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Dar es Salaam?
- February earns a 5.6/10 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 February?
- Expect about 81 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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