Geography of Zanzibar
Geography of Zanzibar: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Zanzibar
Zanzibar City is 0 mi to the north, Mount Kilimanjaro is 249 mi to the north-west, Ngorongoro Conservation Area is 327 mi to the north-west and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is 370 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 6°9′57.2″S 39°12′9.4″E (-6.1659, 39.2026)
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Summary
Zanzibar is an island in Tanzania. Zanzibar is an island known for Stone Town and spice plantations.
Right now it is 75°F (24°C) in Zanzibar with clear. It feels like 82°F. Today runs from 74°F to 90°F. Chance of precipitation is 8%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Zanzibar is July, August and September. The climate is tropical. April, May and November tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 72°F.
Nearby highlights include Nungwi Beach.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 90°F is in line with the 87°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. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Zanzibar today at 9.6/10. 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.
Climate in Zanzibar 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 | 90° | 78° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 92° | 78° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 89° | 77° | 6,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 83° | 76° | 15,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 83° | 76° | 8,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 82° | 74° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 82° | 72° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 83° | 72° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 85° | 72° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 87° | 74° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 87° | 75° | 7,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 88° | 77° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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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 Africa.
What is the weather like in Zanzibar right now?
It is currently 75°F (24°C) with clear. Humidity is 84% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Zanzibar?
July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Zanzibar, which has a tropical climate. April, May and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Zanzibar in?
Zanzibar observes Africa/Dar_es_Salaam (UTC+03:00). The local time is 4:53 AM.
What are the top things to 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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 27, 2026 at 4:53 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
