Zanzibar in August: weather, sea & travel advice
Zanzibar in August is especially suited to beach holidays, family holidays, city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 27 °C (warm), and the sea is about 26 °C. With about 5 rainy days it is dry.
Zanzibar · AugustPhoto: Morten Idriss Nygaar… · CC BY-SA 3.0Climate facts
- Day
- 27 °C
- Night
- 24 °C
- Sea
- 26 °C
- Rainy days
- 5 rainy days
- Sun
- 7 h/day
- Humidity
- 74 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachExcellent97/100
City breakExcellent89/100
ActiveGood74/100
FamilyExcellent96/100
In favour
- Pleasant daytime temperatures around 27 °C
- Little rain (about 5 rainy days)
- Warm, swimmable sea (26 °C)
To consider
- No significant drawbacks.
All months at a glance
29J
30F
30M
29A
28M
27J
27J
27A
28S
29O
29N
30D
6J
5F
10M
16A
13M
6J
5J
5A
6S
8O
11N
10D
Similar destinations in August
Frequently asked questions
How warm is Zanzibar in August?
Daytime highs average around 27 °C, with nights around 24 °C.
Can you swim in Zanzibar in August?
The sea is about 26 °C (warm).
Does it rain a lot in Zanzibar in August?
On the long-term average, expect about 5 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Zanzibar?
The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.