About Zanzibar
Spice island paradise with Stone Town UNESCO site and pristine beaches
Quick Facts
Capital
Zanzibar City
Language
Swahili, English
Currency
Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)
Population
NaN
Area (km²)
2,461 km² km²
Timezone
UTC+3
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Daylight, UV and air quality in Zanzibar
Live conditions, updated continuously — sun times calculated for this exact location.
Daylight
12h 20m
Day length
- Sunrise
- 05:57
- Sunset
- 18:18
- Golden hour
- 17:49
- Blue hour
- 18:39
UV indexLive
Air qualityLive
Sources: Open-Meteo and our own solar calculations
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Zanzibar is during the dry seasons: June to October (long dry season) and January to February (short dry season). These periods offer sunny weather, ideal for beach activities and exploring Stone Town. The long rains (March-May) should be avoided as many hotels close and roads can flood.
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Climate Overview
Climate Type: Tropical
Zanzibar has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically between 25-35°C. The archipelago experiences four seasons: long rains (March-May), long dry season (June-October), short rains (November-December), and short dry season (January-February). Trade winds provide natural cooling, making the climate pleasant for most of the year.
Monthly Weather Overview
| Month | High °CMax | Low °CMin | Rain mmmm |
|---|---|---|---|
January | 32° | 24° | 50 |
February | 33° | 24° | 55 |
March | 33° | 24° | 145 |
April | 31° | 24° | 320 |
May | 30° | 23° | 240 |
June | 29° | 22° | 45 |
July | 28° | 21° | 30 |
August | 29° | 21° | 25 |
September | 30° | 22° | 30 |
October | 31° | 23° | 60 |
November | 31° | 24° | 170 |
December | 32° | 24° | 120 |
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Where to stay in Zanzibar
An interactive map of hotels and apartments in Zanzibar, from our partner Stay22.
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Things to do in Zanzibar
Tours and activities in Zanzibar, from our partner GetYourGuide.
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