TanzaniaThe weather in March in Zanzibar
It's hot in March in Zanzibar with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 27°C.
Looking for sun? March isn’t a good month to be in Zanzibar. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March 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 2016, Zanzibar reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 17°C to a highest value of 30°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Zanzibar is 30°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 138 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in March for Zanzibar
Click on any day in March 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.
March weather comparison
| Zanzibar | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 35°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 138 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 15 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Zanzibar with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps stay steady at around 34°C, with nights around 26°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Zanzibar is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny 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.
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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 March in Zanzibar, Tanzania. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Zanzibar
Temperature in March in Zanzibar over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March 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 March in Zanzibar
Total precipitation in March in Zanzibar over the years
Daily UV index in March in Zanzibar
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March 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.