Are you considering a trip to Zanzibar in August? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +81°F and about 2 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 24 rainy days and 32 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+81°F
Avg. max. temperature
+72°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
32 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
24 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Zanzibar has good weather in August.
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Average temperature in Zanzibar in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Zanzibar for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in August is +81°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +84°F during the day and a minimum of +73°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +81°F to +81°F.
Is Zanzibar warm or cold in August?
Zanzibar is typically warm in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +81°F to +81°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +73°F to +73°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
August is one of the coolest months in Zanzibar, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Zanzibar in August
Water in Zanzibar in August is Warm. It varies from +76°F to +80°F, with an average of +78°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +81°F.
The water temperature in August is one of the coldest of the entire 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 August?
You can absolutely swim in Zanzibar in August, the water is warm (+78°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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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
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.
Climate in Zanzibar in August
Zanzibar weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+81°F
+81°F
+81°F
Min. temperature
+70°F
+72°F
+72°F
Max. temperature
+84°F
+84°F
+84°F
Rainfall
28 mm
32 mm
27 mm
Wind
4 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+79°F
+78°F
+79°F
Humidity
78%
78%
77%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
3
2
3
Cloudy days
6
5
3
Rainy days
22
24
24
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as good as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +81°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 28 mm to 32 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 78%.Winds are calmer in comparison to July, going down from 4 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 3 sunny days in July to 2 in August.
September brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Zanzibar in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Zanzibar is gradually decreasing during August, going from 5 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Zanzibar based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in August stands at 52%, leading to total precipitation of around 26 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 4 mm, which is considered light rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how August 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 August in Zanzibar?
This is the weather in Zanzibar in August 2023:
1 August
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+80°F
2 August
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+79°F
3 August
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+81°F
4 August
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+81°F
5 August
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+80°F
6 August
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+80°F
7 August
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+80°F
8 August
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+81°F
9 August
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+80°F
10 August
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+81°F
11 August
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+81°F
12 August
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+80°F
13 August
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+81°F
14 August
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+81°F
15 August
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+81°F
16 August
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+80°F
17 August
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+81°F
18 August
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+83°F
19 August
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+84°F
20 August
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+84°F
21 August
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+81°F
22 August
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+81°F
23 August
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+81°F
24 August
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+84°F
25 August
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+80°F
26 August
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+82°F
27 August
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+82°F
28 August
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+81°F
29 August
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+82°F
30 August
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+81°F
31 August
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+81°F
In August 2023 Zanzibar had 19 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +81°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 53%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Zanzibar climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Zanzibar in August 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 August:
Is August a good time to visit Zanzibar?
August is a really good time to go to Zanzibar. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Zanzibar.
Can you sunbathe in Zanzibar in August?
August 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 August?
Yes, you can swim in Zanzibar in August, the water temperature averaging at +78°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Zanzibar rainy in August?
Zanzibar is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Zanzibar in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Zanzibar in August, 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.
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.
