Serengeti National Park Climate
Climate and Weather in Serengeti National Park
The Serengeti National Park enjoys a mild, comfortable climate year-round. Days are usually warm and pleasant, while nights can be surprisingly cool, especially in the dry months. Because the park sits at an elevation of 1,100–2,000 meters (3,600–6,600 feet), the air is fresh and not overly humid, ideal for wildlife viewing throughout the year.
The Serengeti has two main seasons the dry season (June to October) and the wet season (November to May). Each brings its own beauty, atmosphere, and safari experience. You can find more information about best time to visit Serengeti
Wildlife in the Serengeti
Dry Season (June to October)
This is the ideal time to see the Great Migration as it moves north towards the Mara River, offering the famous river crossing. During this period, days are sunny and warm with average highs around 26°C (79°F). Nights can be cool, dropping to 14°C (57°F), and sometimes colder during June–August when cold fronts sweep across the park. If you're travelling during this period, make sure to pack light as you can.
The Great MIgration Experience in Serengeti
Wet Season (November to May)
The rainy season is divided into two parts:
- Short Rains (November – December): These rains rarely last all day, and skies often clear quickly. It’s a great time for photography, with vivid colors and fewer tourists.
- Long Rains (March – May) The heaviest rains arrive, particularly in April, bringing dramatic skies and rejuvenated grasslands. While some tracks may be muddy, wildlife remains active and birdlife flourishes. Days average 27°C (81°F), with mild nights around 15°C (59°F).
Some lodges offer discounted rates during this “green season,” making it ideal for travelers seeking solitude and lower prices.
The Calving Season
Between January and February, there’s a short dry spell between rains. This is when hundreds of thousands of wildebeest give birth in the southern plains a breathtaking natural spectacle and a feast for predators.
Calving Season in Serengeti
Year-Round Comfort
While the Serengeti’s weather patterns guide the rhythm of life here, the park is never too hot or too cold for travel. Whether you prefer the crisp mornings of the dry season or the vibrant green landscapes after the rains, each month offers a different, but equally remarkable, experience. You can find our curated safari packages for Serengeti National Park.
Serengeti Safaris to inspire your journey.
4-Day Safari in Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangrire NP
You will embark on a journey to Tarangire, the perfect locale for exploring Tanzania's diverse bird species and great African elephants. You'll explore the Serengeti, the nation's oldest, largest, and world heritage national park. Then venture into the renowned Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as "Africa's Garden of Eden." This friendly tour promises awe-inspiring views, guiding you through the wonders of Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro.
2-Day Safari from Z'Bar to Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
On this Serengeti safari departing from Zanzibar, you will be able to visit Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater in a short time. The park offers the best wildlife viewing and has an abundant amount of wildlife, including Africa's Big Five animals. This package includes a domestic flight from Zanzibar to Serengeti and a return flight from Arusha to Zanzibar. You'll be picked up and dropped off at your hotel in Zanzibar with accommodation, an expert guide, a 4x4 private safari vehicle, and more.
4-Day Tanzania Northern Circuit Experience
On this four-day lodge safari, you will visit Lake Manyara National Park, Tarangire National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park. The seasonal sight of thousands of wildebeests and zebras crossing the grassland savannah is something to behold and is surely one of Africa’s natural wonders. You will be rewarded with beautiful landscapes, an animal-filled crater, and thousands of flamingos on this tour.
4-Day Private Safari Migration Spot Northern Serengeti
This four-day safari offers a chance to explore the beauty of the bush and see the Big Five and the Great Migration near the Mara River. A tour operator from Arusha will organize everything for you. The package includes full-board accommodation, a private 4x4 jeep, an experienced English-speaking guide, mineral water, snacks, and power sockets.
5-Day Budget-Private Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire
On this most in-demand safari offered by top rated tour operator, you will visit the great Serengeti National Park. Lake Manyara National Park, a national park in Tanzania situated in the Rift Valley region, is known to have amazing tree-climbing lions. You will also visit Tarangire National Park, famous for its herds of elephants and baobab trees. Finally, you will visit Ngorongoro, one of the main attractions of an African safari.
3-Day Tanzania Mid-Range Honeymooners Fly-in Safari
This safari starts and ends in Zanzibar! On this tour of 3-day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Fly-in lodge safari from Zanzibar, you have a 3-day tour package taking you through Zanzibar, Tanzania, and 3 other destinations in Tanzania. This 3-day Serengeti and Ngorongoro fly-in lodge safari from Zanzibar includes accommodation, flights, an expert guide, meals, and transport.