TanzaniaAverage weather for Zanzibar in August
It's hot in August in Zanzibar with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 23°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Zanzibar with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 23°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 23°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Zanzibar is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Zanzibar is 25°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.
In August, there is an average of 47 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Zanzibar in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
31°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
29°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
47 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
6 days | 13 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Zanzibar?
August is a good month to be in Zanzibar for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2014, Zanzibar reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Check out the climate of Zanzibar for all months and discover the best travel time
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.
Daily Temperature in August in Zanzibar
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Zanzibar, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Zanzibar
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Zanzibar, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 6 days of precipitation in Zanzibar.
Daily UV index in August in Zanzibar
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Zanzibar, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Zanzibar over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Zanzibar, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Zanzibar over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Zanzibar, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Zanzibar
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Zanzibar. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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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.
