Monthly climate guide
Zanzibar weather in October
October in Zanzibar is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 29°C (84°F) and night-time lows near 26°C (78°F). The month usually brings about 82 mm of rain (some rain) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as September and about the same as November.
What stands out in October
- Just 190 km apart, but Zanzibar runs about 4°C cooler than Morogoro this month.
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 26°C — air-conditioning helps.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 3°C).
- Humidity near 75% makes 29°C feel stickier than it sounds.
Avg high
29°C
84°F
Avg low
26°C
78°F
Rainfall
82 mm
some rain
Humidity
75%
relative
Sky
37%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Zanzibar weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 85°F | 27°C / 81°F | 75 mm | 77% | 52% |
| February | 30°C / 86°F | 27°C / 81°F | 44 mm | 76% | 47% |
| March | 30°C / 86°F | 28°C / 82°F | 123 mm | 76% | 55% |
| April | 29°C / 85°F | 27°C / 81°F | 303 mm | 79% | 63% |
| May | 28°C / 83°F | 26°C / 79°F | 254 mm | 80% | 59% |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 25°C / 77°F | 25 mm | 76% | 39% |
| July | 27°C / 81°F | 24°C / 76°F | 14 mm | 74% | 37% |
| August | 27°C / 81°F | 24°C / 76°F | 15 mm | 74% | 34% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 25°C / 76°F | 29 mm | 74% | 32% |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 78°F | 82 mm | 75% | 37% |
| November | 29°C / 85°F | 27°C / 80°F | 127 mm | 76% | 43% |
| December | 30°C / 86°F | 27°C / 81°F | 98 mm | 76% | 41% |
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Sunglasses
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is October a good time to visit Zanzibar?
Our Zanzibar guide recommends: June to October (dry and a little cooler) and December to February (hot and mostly dry). The long rains fall from March to May, with shorter rains in November.
East-coast beaches such as Paje and Jambiani have very large tides; for swimming at any time of day, the north coast around Nungwi and Kendwa is better.
Best time to visit Zanzibar →Other Tanzania cities in October
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Zanzibar in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Zanzibar?
October is a reasonable time for Zanzibar: highs around 29°C and about 82 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Zanzibar in October?
Average highs are about 29°C (84°F) and average lows about 26°C (78°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Zanzibar in October?
Zanzibar typically gets around 82 mm of rain in October — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Zanzibar?
June to October (dry and a little cooler) and December to February (hot and mostly dry). The long rains fall from March to May, with shorter rains in November.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Zanzibar (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.