TanzaniaThe weather in February in Zanzibar
It's hot in February in Zanzibar with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 36°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 27°C.
February is a good month to be in Zanzibar for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in February for Zanzibar, Tanzania. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2022, Zanzibar reached the highest temperature in February over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 19°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Zanzibar is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In February, there is an average of 69 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in February for Zanzibar
Click on any day in February 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.
February weather comparison
| Zanzibar | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 34°C | 6°C |
| Max. temperature | 36°C | 10°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 69 mm | 82 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 11 days |
Start of February
The month of February starts in Zanzibar with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid February
By mid-February, daytime temps stay steady at around 34°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of February
By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in Zanzibar is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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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.
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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.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in February in Zanzibar, Tanzania. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in February in Zanzibar
Temperature in February in Zanzibar over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in February 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.
Daily Precipitation in February in Zanzibar
Total precipitation in February in Zanzibar over the years
Daily UV index in February in Zanzibar
This chart shows the average daily UV index in February 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.
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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.