The climate of Zanzibar
The current climate in Zanzibar features temperatures ranging from a high of 34°C to a low of 30°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 32°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 22°C and in the warmer months around 26°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Zanzibar, Tanzania.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Zanzibar in recent years was 39°C in March 2016. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 25°C in April 2018.
Rainfall amount
On average, Zanzibar receives 1904 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate in Zanzibar is based on weather data from . Other places, like Serengeti National Park, Dar es Salaam or Ngorongoro Conservation Area, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Zanzibar to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Zanzibar?
The best time to visit Zanzibar for sunny weather is January, February and June through September. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Zanzibar. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Zanzibar
The climate table of Zanzibar shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Temp. max (°C) | 32 | 34 | 33 | 31 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 32 |
Temp. min (°C) | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 25 |
Precipitation | ||||||||||||
Precipitation (mm) | 70 | 69 | 138 | 427 | 348 | 45 | 55 | 47 | 49 | 121 | 302 | 233 |
UV Index | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Zanzibar, Tanzania. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Zanzibar
Yearly Temperature in Zanzibar
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Zanzibar
Total Yearly Precipitation in Zanzibar
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Zanzibar, Tanzania. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Zanzibar
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Average weather in Zanzibar by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Zanzibar. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.