Mikindani in April: weather, festivals and crowds

Verdict

AvoidBest and avoid months for Mikindani

Listed as a month to avoid: Mar–May (rain can flood roads).

Is another month better than April?

April is rated avoid. These months rate higher:

JuneGoodOutside the best window (check). Across Tanzania: Dry season starts; Grumeti River crossings in the Western Corridor (variable).
JulyGoodOutside the best window (check). Across Tanzania: Herds reach the northern Serengeti; first Mara River crossings around Kogatende; Kilimanjaro busy.
AugustGoodOutside the best window (check). Across Tanzania: Peak Mara River crossings and peak prices; book 6–12 months ahead.
SeptemberGoodOutside the best window (check). Across Tanzania: Crossings continue in the north; excellent across the northern circuit.

Weather in April

Long-term averages

MikindaniHighs around 31 °C (88 °F), lows around 23 °C (73 °F), rain on about 9 daysHighs around 88 °F (31 °C), lows around 73 °F (23 °C), rain on about 9 days

Crowds and prices

Crowds · Tanzania overall: Low
Prices · Tanzania overall: Low

Tanzania overall: Long rains: many camps and some Zanzibar hotels close; muddy tracks.

Compare two months

Weather, crowds and prices for any two months in Mikindani, side by side.

First month

Second month

Verdict
Apr: Avoid
Jan: Good (better)
Daytime high
Apr: 31 °C (88 °F)88 °F (31 °C)
Jan: 30 °C (86 °F)86 °F (30 °C)
Night low
Apr: 23 °C (73 °F)73 °F (23 °C)
Jan: 22 °C (72 °F)72 °F (22 °C)
Rain days
Apr: 9
Jan: 5 (better)
Crowds
Apr: Low
Jan: Medium
Prices
Apr: Low
Jan: Medium
Festivals listed
Apr: 0
Jan: 0

April: Listed as a month to avoid: Mar–May (rain can flood roads).

January: Outside the best window (check). Across Tanzania: Herds gather on the southern Serengeti plains around Ndutu; calving starts late in the month.

Mikindani: figures are long-term averages from this guide, not a forecast.

What to pack

Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen

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