Nungwi Beach Travel Guide
Nungwi Beach travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 74°F (23°C) in Nungwi Beach with mainly clear. It feels like 78°F. Today runs from 74°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 97%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Nungwi Beach is June, July, August and September. 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 July is the coldest with lows near 74°F.
Nearby highlights include Mount Kilimanjaro.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 82°F is in line with the 82°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 Nungwi Beach today at 8.2/10. 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.
Map of Nungwi Beach
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 5°43′34″S 39°17′43.1″E (-5.7261, 39.2953)
Weather in Nungwi Beach right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:34 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 81° / 74°
Drizzle · 100% rain · wind 14 mph
🌦️ 82° / 74°
Light drizzle · 98% rain · wind 14 mph
Quick facts about Nungwi Beach
Things to do in Nungwi Beach
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Nungwi Beach.
Best time to visit Nungwi Beach
Go in June, July, August and September. 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- 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.
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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 74°F (23°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 88% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Nungwi Beach?
June, July, August and September 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 2:34 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 2:34 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
