Zanzibar in August

Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.

Loading live weather...

Zanzibar weather in August

Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days. Average highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C, with around 12 rainy days expected throughout the month.

✦ This is a recommended month to visit Zanzibar. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.

Average high
28°C
Average low
22°C
Rainy days
12 days
Best months to visit
August

What to do in Zanzibar in August

Whatever the weather, Zanzibar rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:

Beach relaxation Snorkelling and diving Stone Town Spice tour Dolphin tours Sunset dhow cruise

What to pack for August

Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.

Browse other months

January
31C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
February
32C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
March
31C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
April
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
May
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
June
28C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
July
27C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
Recommended
August (you are here)
28C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
September
29C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
October
30C
Hot and humid, with some rainy days.
November
30C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
December
31C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.

Book your August trip to Zanzibar

Find hotels, tours and experiences for the perfect escape.

More dream destinations