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Expected Off-Seasonal Rains into January 2027

Latest Tanzania environment news · Expected Off-Seasonal Rains into January 2027 explained · 2027 updates · updated Aug 19, 2026 · breaking news · latest updates · explained

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  • The Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA) predicts intense El Niño conditions during the 2026 end of year rainfall season.
  • Above-normal to normal rains are expected across much of northern Tanzania from October to December 2026.
  • Dr. Ladislaus Chang’a, TMA director general, emphasized the need for early preparedness due to the likelihood of flooding and disease outbreaks.
  • Off-seasonal rains are likely to continue into January 2027 in many areas.
  • The regions expected to receive above-normal rainfall include the Lake Victoria Basin, northern coast, and northeastern highlands.

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Although the rains usually cease in December, this season off-seasonal rains are likely into January 2027 in many areas.

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