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Normal weather for Zanzibar in January

It's hot in January in Zanzibar with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 27°C.

In January, there is an average of 70 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.

Zanzibar in January

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Temperature Average Temperature
32°C 5°C
Sun High Temp
33°C 11°C
Sun Low Temp
32°C 1°C
Rain Total Precipitation
70 mm 97 mm
Rain Rainy Days
10 days 12 days

Start of January

The month of January starts in Zanzibar with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 27°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.

Mid January

By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.

End of January

By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Zanzibar is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.

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Water temperature

The water temperature at Zanzibar is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.

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 January a good time to visit Zanzibar?

January is a good month to be in Zanzibar for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.

Temperature records for Zanzibar in January

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Daily Temperature in January in Zanzibar

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January 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 Temperature in January in Zanzibar

Daily Precipitation in January in Zanzibar

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January 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 January, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Zanzibar.

Daily Precipitation in January in Zanzibar

Daily UV Index in January in Zanzibar

This chart shows the average daily UV index in January 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.

Daily UV Index in January in Zanzibar

Temperature in January in Zanzibar Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in January in Zanzibar, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Temperature in January in Zanzibar Over the Years

Total Precipitation in January in Zanzibar Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Zanzibar, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in January in Zanzibar Over the Years

Daily Climate in January for Zanzibar

Click on any day in January 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.


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