Lake Ambussel

Lake Small Tanzanian lake in Manyara Region

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Lake Ambussel
-3.9333, 37.2667
Open access (no formal hours)
Often free; access governed by local park or conservation regulations-fees may apply for guided visits

How to Get to Lake Ambussel #

Reachable by regional road from Babati or other towns in Manyara Region; local tracks may require a 4x4 and guidance from local drivers. Expect long, slow journeys over variable surfaces.

Tips for Visiting Lake Ambussel #

  • Arrange transport and a local guide through the nearest town-roads can be rough and signage scarce
  • Ask local wildlife authorities about current conditions and any restrictions-this lake sits in a pastoral, semi-arid setting
  • Bring insect repellent during wet months and a good sun hat year-round

Best Time to Visit Lake Ambussel #

Best visited in the dry season when roads and tracks are most reliable and locals are more likely to guide visitors.

Dry season (Jun-Oct)
June-October · 18-28°C
Cooler nights and more predictable roads; good for game viewing in nearby areas
Wet season (Nov-May)
November-May · 20-30°C
Greener landscapes but dusty tracks can turn to mud; mosquitoes more frequent
Shoulder months (Mar-May)
March-May · 20-28°C
Warm days and fewer rains; comfortable for treks

Weather & Climate near Lake Ambussel #

Climate

Lake Ambussel's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 15°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (632 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
SeptemberFebruaryOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 31°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 31°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

March

March is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (143 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
19° 28°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

143 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 26°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 6 mm and mostly overcast skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain and mostly overcast skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 26°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 30°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
18° 30°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
18° 30°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

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