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Serengeti in September

Weather, crowds, prices and events for visiting Serengeti in September.

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Quick answer

September is one of the best times to visit Serengeti. Expect 28° / 15°, the biggest crowds of the year and premium prices.

Weather
28°
High 28° · Low 15°
Crowds
High
80/100
Prices
$$$
high season
Events
1
this month
Serengeti, Tanzania

Weather

Average highs sit around 28°C with lows near 15°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.

Crowds & demand

Crowd levels are High for Serengeti — the biggest crowds of the year.

Prices & value

Prices run high season this month: premium prices.

Events & what’s on

Look out for Mara River Crossings while you’re there.

  • Mara River Crossings — The migration's most dramatic crossings play out near the Kenyan border.
The verdict

September is one of the best times to visit Serengeti. Expect 28° / 15°, the biggest crowds of the year and premium prices.

Better months for Serengeti: February · July · September

Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated July 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Serengeti in September?

Average highs sit around 28°C with lows near 15°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.

Is Serengeti crowded in September?

Crowd levels are High for Serengeti — the biggest crowds of the year.

Is September expensive in Serengeti?

Prices run high season this month: premium prices. Save 6%.