Current Weather
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
25°C
overcast
31°C
Feels Like
93%
Humidity
6.9 m/s
Wind Speed
1003 hPa
Pressure
Sunrise
6:23 AM
Sunset
6:17 PM
3-Day Forecast
Today
Apr 28
30°
24° min
moderate rain showers
87%
15.6mm
Tomorrow
Apr 29
29°
24° min
slight rain showers
86%
3.1mm
Thursday
Apr 30
30°
23° min
slight rain showers
86%
5.5mm
Seasonal Predictions & Farming Advice
First Rainy Season
Primary rainy season with heavy precipitation
100-200mm per month
20-30°C
Current Month
April 2026
Current Activities
- Land preparation and plowing
- Planting of annual crops
- Weeding and crop management
- Application of fertilizers
- Pest and disease control
Recommended Crops
Maize (main season)
Beans (climbing and bush varieties)
Rice in wetland areas
Bananas (new plantations)
Coffee (planting and management)
Cassava
Sweet potatoes
Key Tips
- Plant early to maximize rainfall utilization
- Ensure proper drainage in low-lying areas
- Apply organic manure before planting
Upcoming Season Predictions
Next: Second Dry Season
Jun-Aug Dry
Expected Rainfall:
20-80mm per month
Temperature Range:
16-26°C
Prepare for:
Harvesting of first season crops
Land preparation for second season
Planting of second season crops
Later: Second Rainy Season
Sep-Nov Rains
Expected Rainfall:
80-150mm per month
Temperature Range:
18-28°C
Plan ahead for:
Maize (second season)
Beans
Groundnuts
6-Month Weather Outlook
April
High Confidence
Very Low (0mm/month)
20-30°C
Variable conditions - monitor weather closely
May
High Confidence
Very Low (0mm/month)
20-30°C
Variable conditions - monitor weather closely
June
High Confidence
Very Low (0mm/month)
20-30°C
Variable conditions - monitor weather closely
July
High Confidence
Very Low (0mm/month)
20-30°C
Variable conditions - monitor weather closely
August
High Confidence
Very Low (0mm/month)
20-30°C
Variable conditions - monitor weather closely
September
High Confidence
Very Low (0mm/month)
20-30°C
Variable conditions - monitor weather closely
Crop Planting Calendar
Maize
Planting:
March-April, September-October
Harvest:
3-4 months after planting
Yield:
3-6 tons per hectare
Beans
Planting:
March-May, August-September
Harvest:
2-3 months after planting
Yield:
1-2 tons per hectare
Coffee
Planting:
March-May, September-November
Harvest:
3-4 years after planting (first harvest)
Yield:
1-3 tons per hectare (dried beans)
Bananas
Planting:
March-May, September-November
Harvest:
12-15 months after planting
Yield:
20-40 tons per hectare
Rice
Planting:
March-April, August-September
Harvest:
4-5 months after planting
Yield:
3-5 tons per hectare
Cassava
Planting:
March-May, September-October
Harvest:
8-12 months after planting
Yield:
15-25 tons per hectare
Climate Trends & Adaptation
Current Trends
- 0.3°C increase per decade
- Increasing variability due to climate change
Adaptation Strategies
- Drought-resistant crop varieties
- Water harvesting and irrigation
- Climate-smart agriculture practices
🌾 Weather-Based Farming Tips
Rainy Weather
Ensure proper drainage and monitor for plant diseases. Great time for planting!
Sunny Weather
Perfect for harvesting and drying crops. Ensure adequate irrigation for growing plants.
Windy Weather
Protect young plants and check irrigation systems. Good for natural pollination.