Zanzibar Weather Forecast
Zanzibar weather: 79°F, mainly clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Air quality and pollen in Zanzibar
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Health and safety today
| Skin and UV | No protection needed for most skin types. |
|---|---|
| General | Conditions are comfortable for most people, including children and older adults, with normal clothing. |
Weather in Zanzibar right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:48 PM, Oct 5 local time.
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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 79°F (26°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 79% and wind is 9 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 10:48 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 October 5, 2026 at 10:48 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
