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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 73°F (23°C) in Zanzibar 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 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 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 today at 8.7/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
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Coordinates: 6°9′57.2″S 39°12′9.4″E (-6.1659, 39.2026)
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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 73°F (23°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 93% and wind is 3 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 7:04 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 7:04 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
