Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Serengeti in September
Serengeti's warmest month brings highs averaging 87°F (30°C), lows of 60°F (16°C) and about 1.0 in (26 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 76/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 87°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 60°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 1.0 in (26 mm)
- Humidity
- 51%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 59 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What September feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 87°F (30°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 60°F (16°C), about 15°C (26°F) below the afternoon high.
Rain is scarce: about 1.0 in (26 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are June & July.
- Comfort slips from 84/100 in August to 76/100.
- September sits inside the Jun – Oct window our Kenya & Tanzania Safari route recommends.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes87°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 60°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Serengeti in September
Afternoons run hot (87°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Serengeti National Park
Tanzania's flagship park, 14,750 sq km of plains and kopjes supporting huge herds and predators.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jun – Oct.
Seronera Valley
River valley in the central Serengeti with year-round water and dense leopard, lion and cheetah sightings.
Why now September scores 76/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Lodge in the central Serengeti with an infinity pool above an elephant waterhole and a Discovery Centre.
Why now A break from 87°F afternoons.
Serengeti Visitor Centre
Seronera information center with an elevated walkway and displays on the ecosystem and migration.
Nearby in September
- Maasai Mara in September~62 mi · highs 84°F, 2.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Ngorongoro in September~76 mi · highs 78°F, 0.7 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Nairobi in September~155 mi · highs 82°F, 0.8 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,664 m to Serengeti's ~1,468 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Serengeti in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Serengeti?
It's middling, scoring 76/100. The best months are June & July, at up to 92. Expect highs of 87°F (30°C) and 1.0 in (26 mm) of rain. September is inside the Jun – Oct window our Kenya & Tanzania Safari route recommends.
How hot is Serengeti in September?
Average highs are 87°F (30°C) and average lows 60°F (16°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Serengeti in September?
Not much: about 1.0 in (26 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 37.5 in (953 mm).
What should I pack for Serengeti in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (87°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 60°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Serengeti
Routes in season in September
- Kenya & Tanzania Safari Jun – Oct
Planning Serengeti in September?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.