Zanzibar City Map
Interactive map of Zanzibar City with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Zanzibar City is a city in Tanzania. Zanzibar City is known for Stone Town and spice island beaches. It has a population of about 220.000.
Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Zanzibar City with mainly clear. It feels like 80°F. Today runs from 73°F to 84°F. Chance of precipitation is 95%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.5/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Zanzibar City 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 Zanzibar and Nungwi Beach.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 84°F is in line with the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Zanzibar City today at 8.7/10. 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.
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Coordinates: 6°9′57.2″S 39°12′9.4″E (-6.1659, 39.2026)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Zanzibar City?
Zanzibar City is a city in Tanzania. Its coordinates are -6.1659, 39.2026. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Zanzibar City right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 93% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Zanzibar City?
July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Zanzibar City, which has a tropical climate. April, May and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Zanzibar City in?
Zanzibar City observes Africa/Dar_es_Salaam (UTC+03:00). The local time is 8:01 PM.
How many people live in Zanzibar City?
Zanzibar City has a population of approximately 220.000.
What are the top things to do in Zanzibar City?
Popular options include Zanzibar and Nungwi Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 August 23, 2026 at 8:01 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
