Zanzibar Clima and Average Tiempo
Clima of Zanzibar: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Clima in Zanzibar month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Mes | Máx. media | Mín. media | Precipitaciones | Valoración |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| enero | 32° | 25° | 92 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| febrero | 33° | 26° | 56 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| marzo | 31° | 25° | 175 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| abril | 29° | 24° | 387 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| may | 29° | 24° | 216 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| junio | 28° | 23° | 99 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| julio | 28° | 22° | 45 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| agosto | 29° | 22° | 46 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| septiembre | 30° | 22° | 43 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| octubre | 31° | 23° | 95 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| noviembre | 30° | 24° | 197 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| diciembre | 31° | 25° | 141 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
Clima type: Tropical. Fuente: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Zanzibar
Altoest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data – not all-time records.
How Zanzibar compares con nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Zanzibar.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zanzibar City | 0 km | 27°C | about the same | 1592 mm |
| Mount Kilimanjaro | 401 km | -8°C | 35°C cooler | 5964 mm |
| Ngorongoro Conservation Area | 526 km | 18°C | 9°C cooler | 898 mm |
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | 595 km | 20°C | 7°C cooler | 884 mm |
Clima by beach in Zanzibar
1 beaches mapped in this atlas
Mejor época para visitar Zanzibar
Go in julio, agosto and septiembre. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: abril, may and noviembre – expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Zanzibar
Today is about average for octubre. The forecast high of 32°C is in line con the 31°C typical for this month.
A 49% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point – carry a layer, but do not cancel.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in diciembre a febrero.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 4°C – an unusually even climate through the year.
What a pack, what a skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- dom.glasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell – 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid abril, may and noviembre – historically the least comfortable months here.
Resumen
Zanzibar is an island in Tanzania. Zanzibar is an island known for Stone Town and spice plantations.
Ahora mismo hay 24°C (74°F) in Zanzibar con mayormente despejado. La sensación térmica es de 29°C. Hoy las temperaturas van de 23°C a 32°C. La probabilidad de precipitación es del 49%. Las condiciones para hacer turismo obtienen 8.7/10 – excelente — puedes salir ahora.
La mejor época para visitar Zanzibar is julio, agosto and septiembre. El clima es tropical. abril, may and noviembre suelen ser los meses menos cómodos. febrero es el mes más cálido, con máximas medias cercanas a 33°C, mientras agosto es el mes más frío, con mínimas cercanas a 22°C.
Entre los lugares destacados cercanos se encuentran Nungwi Beach.
En términos sencillos. Today is about average for octubre. The forecast high of 32°C is in line con the 31°C typical for this month. The best window a be outside is roughly 6 PM a 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Zanzibar today at 8.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Zanzibar
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Zanzibar?
Zanzibar is an island in Tanzania. Its coordinates are -6.1659, 39.2026. It lies in África.
What is the weather like in Zanzibar ahora mismo?
It is currently 24°C (74°F) con mayormente despejado. Humedad is 95% and wind is 1 km/h.
When is the best time a visit Zanzibar?
julio, agosto and septiembre offer the most comfortable conditions in Zanzibar, which has a tropical climate. abril, may and noviembre are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Zanzibar in?
Zanzibar observes Africa/Dar_es_Salaam (UTC+03:00). The hora local is 2:10 AM.
What are the top things a do in Zanzibar?
Popular options include Nungwi Beach.
What places are in Zanzibar?
Zanzibar covers 1 places in this atlas, including Nungwi Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) – coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Pronóstico and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Calidad del aire and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Clima 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 octubre 25, 2026 at 2:10 AM hora local. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
