Zanzibar in Autumn — Weather & What to Expect
Autumn in Zanzibar (March, April, May) averages daytime highs of 29.7°C and lows of 24.6°C, with around 555.7mm of rain across the season (62 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (March, April, May).
In the southern hemisphere, autumn in Zanzibar covers March, April, May.
Autumn in Zanzibar month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 32.0°C | 25.3°C | 100.4mm | 16 | 9/10 |
| April | 28.8°C | 24.4°C | 359.0mm | 28 | 8/10 |
| May | 28.3°C | 24.1°C | 96.3mm | 18 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Zanzibar in autumn
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Reusable water bottle
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
Frequently Asked Questions
Is autumn a good time to visit Zanzibar?
Autumn in Zanzibar rates around 9/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 29.7°C with 555.7mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Zanzibar in autumn?
Daytime highs average 29.7°C (85.5°F) across March, April, May, with nights around 24.6°C.
What months are autumn in Zanzibar?
Zanzibar is in the southern hemisphere, so autumn covers March, April, May.
See also: best time to visit Zanzibar · Zanzibar annual climate · Zanzibar in spring · Zanzibar in summer · Zanzibar in winter
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Autumn in Zanzibar — what to pack
Lightweight travel clothing
Lightweight, breathable clothing and a compact travel umbrella are essential in this climate.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.