What is the weather like in Arusha in December?

Expect temperatures between 17°C and 27°C with 31% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Arusha in December?

Arusha in December scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit Arusha in December?

December in Arusha is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Heat-sensitive visitors.

Arusha Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

27°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

17°C

Coolest around day 31

Rainy Days

27days

31% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Arusha

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Currency

TZS

Sh Tanzanian shilling

Language

English

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Driving

Left side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.001

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Low Traffic

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Key Connections

Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume (ZNZ)

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Arusha Kilimanjaro (JRO)

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

10 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Cholera

Active cholera transmission iswidespreadin Tanzania. Cholera is rare in travelers.Certain factorsmay increase the risk of getting cholera or having severe disease (more information). Avoiding unsafe food and water and washing your hands can also help prevent cholera.Vaccination may be considered for children and adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Tanzania.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Tanzania. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Tanzania.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Tanzania take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAll areas below 1,800 m (5,900 ft) elevationDrug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. falciparum(primarily)P. malariaeandP. ovale(less commonly)P. vivax(rare)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Arusha?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(64/100)

Short Answer

Popular December in Arusha offers 27°C and 31% rain chance - excellent conditions that attract maximum visitors. Book 3-6 months ahead for best rates.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Peak tourist season

100% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Schistosomiasis, African Sleeping Sickness (African Trypanosomiasis)

Plenty of sunshine

10.8h of sunshine daily

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
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Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable 26.7°C without oppressive humidity

Who Should Avoid

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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Arusha in December averages 27°C with 31% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Arusha in December

What are the temperatures in Arusha in December?

Daytime highs average 27°C, nights drop to 17°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Arusha in December?

Expect around 27 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Arusha in December?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is December peak season in Arusha?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Arusha Weather in December

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