Zanzibar Weather Forecast
Zanzibar weather: 78°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
7-day forecast for Zanzibar
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Aug 22 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 81° / 74° | 82% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 84° / 74° | 84% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 71° | 72% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 72° | 86% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 83° / 72° | 83% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 83° / 72° | 82% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 83° / 74° | 92% · 0,0 in | 18 mph | 9 |
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 81° / 74°
Heavy drizzle · 82% rain · wind 11 mph
🌦️ 84° / 74°
Drizzle · 84% rain · wind 12 mph
Is today a good day to visit?
Activity scores from 0 to 10 based on temperature, rain, wind, sun and visibility.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, 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 April, May and November - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 78°F (26°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 81% and wind is 10 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 3:57 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate 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 August 22, 2026 at 3:57 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
