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Zanzibar in November: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Zanzibar in November and see if it is worth visiting.
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November

Weather in Zanzibar in November 2024

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Warm water
Zanzibar in November usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +82°F and roughly 1 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 25 rainy days with an average precipitation of 92 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+75°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
92 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
25 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Zanzibar has OK weather in November.

Average temperature in Zanzibar in November

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Zanzibar for November based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in November is +82°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +86°F during the day and a minimum of +77°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 40% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +81°F to +84°F.

Is Zanzibar warm or cold in November?

Zanzibar is typically warm in November.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +75°F to +77°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how November is compared to other months in Zanzibar:

Water temperature in Zanzibar in November

Water in Zanzibar in November is Warm. It varies from +80°F to +85°F, with an average of +82°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +82°F.

In November, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Zanzibar are reached in March, when the average sea temperature rises to +85°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +78°F.

Can you swim in Zanzibar in November?

You can absolutely swim in Zanzibar in November, the water is warm (+82°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Zanzibar in November

Zanzibar weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
OctoberNovemberDecember
Avg. temperature
+82°F+82°F+84°F
Min. temperature
+72°F+75°F+75°F
Max. temperature
+88°F+88°F+88°F
Rainfall
59 mm92 mm110 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+80°F+82°F+83°F
Humidity
79%81%81%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1011 HPa1010 HPa
Sunny days
310
Cloudy days
421
Rainy days
242526
Snowy days
000

November weather is still as ok as in October. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +82°F for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 59 mm to 92 mm. Humidity rises from 79% to 81%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during November, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 3 sunny days in October to 1 in November.

December brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Zanzibar in November based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Zanzibar is gradually increasing during November, going from 3 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Zanzibar based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in November stands at 87%, leading to total precipitation of around 333 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 75 mm, which is considered heavy rain. November is a pretty wet month with over 26 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Zanzibar wettest month is April, where a typical day has a 80% chance of precipitation and 192 mm of rainfall per day. September, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 80% chance of precipitation and 27 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last November in Zanzibar?

This is the weather in Zanzibar in November 2023:
1 November
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+80°F
2 November
🌧️
+81°F
3 November
🌧️
+82°F
4 November
🌧️
+80°F
5 November
🌧️
+80°F
6 November
🌧️
+81°F
7 November
☁️
+83°F
8 November
☁️
+85°F
9 November
🌧️
+82°F
10 November
🌧️
+82°F
11 November
🌧️
+81°F
12 November
🌧️
+80°F
13 November
☀️
+85°F
14 November
☁️
+85°F
15 November
🌧️
+82°F
16 November
🌧️
+81°F
17 November
🌧️
+79°F
18 November
☀️
+84°F
19 November
🌧️
+83°F
20 November
☁️
+84°F
21 November
🌧️
+83°F
22 November
🌧️
+81°F
23 November
🌧️
+82°F
24 November
🌧️
+83°F
25 November
🌧️
+84°F
26 November
🌧️
+83°F
27 November
☁️
+84°F
28 November
☀️
+85°F
29 November
☁️
+85°F
30 November
☀️
+85°F
In November 2023 Zanzibar had 4 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 20 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +82°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 86%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 66%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Zanzibar climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Zanzibar in November has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+81°F) and the highest in 2019 (+84°F). The driest year was 2003 with only 487 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1997 with 1353 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Zanzibar in November:

Is November a good time to visit Zanzibar?

It’s always a good time to visit Zanzibar, but the weather is changeable in November, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Zanzibar in November?

November is warm in Zanzibar. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Zanzibar in November?

Yes, you can swim in Zanzibar in November, the water temperature averaging at +82°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Zanzibar rainy in November?

Zanzibar is often rainy in November. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Zanzibar in November?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Zanzibar in November, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Tanzania

Check out the weather for other cities in Tanzania.

Monthly weather in Zanzibar

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Zanzibar, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.