Zanzibar in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Zanzibar (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 31.7°C and lows of 25.2°C, with around 199.4mm of rain across the season (43 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the southern hemisphere, summer in Zanzibar covers December, January, February.
Summer in Zanzibar month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 31.0°C | 24.8°C | 86.4mm | 18 | 10/10 |
| January | 31.8°C | 25.5°C | 56.1mm | 12 | 10/10 |
| February | 32.4°C | 25.4°C | 56.9mm | 13 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Zanzibar in summer
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Reusable water bottle
- Light waterproof layer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Zanzibar?
Summer in Zanzibar rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 31.7°C with 199.4mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Zanzibar in summer?
Daytime highs average 31.7°C (89.1°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 25.2°C.
What months are summer in Zanzibar?
Zanzibar is in the southern hemisphere, so summer covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Zanzibar · Zanzibar annual climate · Zanzibar in spring · Zanzibar in autumn · Zanzibar in winter
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Summer 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.