Zanzibar in Spring — Weather & What to Expect
Spring in Zanzibar (September, October, November) averages daytime highs of 30.2°C and lows of 22.8°C, with around 295.2mm of rain across the season (53 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (September, October, November).
In the southern hemisphere, spring in Zanzibar covers September, October, November.
Spring in Zanzibar month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 29.8°C | 22.0°C | 38.0mm | 14 | 10/10 |
| October | 30.6°C | 22.6°C | 81.2mm | 16 | 10/10 |
| November | 30.1°C | 23.7°C | 176.0mm | 23 | 9/10 |
What to pack for Zanzibar in spring
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Reusable water bottle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is spring a good time to visit Zanzibar?
Spring in Zanzibar rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 30.2°C with 295.2mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Zanzibar in spring?
Daytime highs average 30.2°C (86.4°F) across September, October, November, with nights around 22.8°C.
What months are spring in Zanzibar?
Zanzibar is in the southern hemisphere, so spring covers September, October, November.
See also: best time to visit Zanzibar · Zanzibar annual climate · Zanzibar in summer · Zanzibar in autumn · Zanzibar in winter
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Spring 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.