Zanzibar in March usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +84°F and roughly 1 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 22 rainy days with an average precipitation of 117 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+75°F
Min.
+91°F
Max.
117 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
22 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Zanzibar has OK weather in March.
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Average temperature in Zanzibar in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Zanzibar for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in March is +84°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +90°F during the day and a minimum of +77°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +84°F to +84°F.
Is Zanzibar warm or cold in March?
Zanzibar is typically warm in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +84°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +79°F to +79°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
March is one of the warmest months in Zanzibar, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Zanzibar in March
Water in Zanzibar in March is Very warm. It varies from +83°F to +86°F, with an average of +85°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +84°F.
The water temperature in March is one of the warmest 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 March?
You can definitely swim in Zanzibar in March, the water is very warm (+85°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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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
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Zanzibar in March
Zanzibar weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+84°F
+84°F
+82°F
Min. temperature
+77°F
+75°F
+75°F
Max. temperature
+90°F
+91°F
+90°F
Rainfall
38 mm
117 mm
192 mm
Wind
3 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+83°F
+85°F
+85°F
Humidity
78%
80%
84%
Air pressure
1009 HPa
1009 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
1
1
0
Cloudy days
9
3
1
Rainy days
16
22
24
Snowy days
0
0
0
March typically has worse weather conditions compared to February.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +84°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 38 mm to 117 mm.Humidity rises from 78% to 80%.Winds are calmer in comparison to February, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.
April brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Zanzibar in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 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 March, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Zanzibar based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in March stands at 58%, leading to total precipitation of around 87 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 15 mm, which is considered light rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 18 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
March is one of the rainiest months in Zanzibar, here is a comparison with other months, 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 March in Zanzibar?
This is the weather in Zanzibar in March 2023:
1 March
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+85°F
2 March
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+84°F
3 March
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+84°F
4 March
☀️
+84°F
5 March
☀️
+84°F
6 March
☀️
+84°F
7 March
☀️
+83°F
8 March
☀️
+84°F
9 March
☀️
+84°F
10 March
☀️
+84°F
11 March
☀️
+84°F
12 March
☀️
+84°F
13 March
☀️
+84°F
14 March
🌧️
+85°F
15 March
☁️
+85°F
16 March
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+87°F
17 March
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+87°F
18 March
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+89°F
19 March
🌧️
+82°F
20 March
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+81°F
21 March
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+82°F
22 March
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+86°F
23 March
🌧️
+81°F
24 March
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+82°F
25 March
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+82°F
26 March
🌧️
+86°F
27 March
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+86°F
28 March
🌧️
+84°F
29 March
☀️
+84°F
30 March
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+85°F
31 March
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+85°F
In March 2023 Zanzibar had 18 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +84°F, with an absolute maximum of +90°F and a minimum of +81°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 54%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Zanzibar climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Zanzibar in March 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 March:
Is March a good time to visit Zanzibar?
It’s always a good time to visit Zanzibar, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Zanzibar in March?
March 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 March?
Yes, you can swim in Zanzibar in March, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +85°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Zanzibar rainy in March?
Zanzibar is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Zanzibar in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Zanzibar in March, 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.
