Best Time to Visit Nungwi Beach
Best time to visit Nungwi Beach: February, June, July, August, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Nungwi Beach
Go in February, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, April and November - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Nungwi Beach month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 86° | 80° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 87° | 80° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 87° | 79° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 83° | 76° | 15,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 83° | 76° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 82° | 75° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 82° | 74° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 82° | 73° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 83° | 74° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 85° | 76° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 85° | 77° | 6,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 85° | 79° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Nungwi Beach compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Nungwi Beach.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zanzibar City | 31 mi | 80°F | about the same | 63 in |
| Mount Kilimanjaro | 227 mi | 17°F | 94°F cooler | 235 in |
| Ngorongoro Conservation Area | 314 mi | 64°F | 48°F cooler | 35 in |
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | 345 mi | 68°F | 44°F cooler | 35 in |
| Kenya | 351 mi | 67°F | 45°F cooler | 32 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, April and November - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Nungwi Beach is a beach in Zanzibar. Nungwi Beach is a beach known for dhow sunsets on Zanzibar's north tip.
Right now it is 82°F (28°C) in Nungwi Beach with overcast. It feels like 84°F. Today runs from 75°F to 84°F. Chance of precipitation is 76%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Nungwi Beach is February, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is temperate. March, April and November tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 87°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 73°F.
Nearby highlights include Mount Kilimanjaro.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 84°F is in line with the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Nungwi Beach today at 8.4/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Nungwi Beach right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:51 PM, Oct 2 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 86° / 74°
Overcast · 71% rain · wind 11 mph
🌦️ 84° / 76°
Drizzle · 100% rain · wind 13 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Nungwi Beach?
Nungwi Beach is a beach in Zanzibar. Its coordinates are -5.7261, 39.2953. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Nungwi Beach right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with overcast. Humidity is 68% and wind is 13 mph.
When is the best time to visit Nungwi Beach?
February, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Nungwi Beach, which has a temperate climate. March, April and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Nungwi Beach in?
Nungwi Beach observes Africa/Dar_es_Salaam (UTC+03:00). The local time is 4:51 PM.
What are the top things to do in Nungwi Beach?
Popular options include Mount Kilimanjaro.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (beaches) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 2, 2026 at 4:51 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
