Zanzibar in February
7.7out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Hot: daytime highs around 30°C. Some rain: about 8 rainy days.
30°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
8Rainy days (36 mm)
12:12 hDaylight
06:32Sunrise · 18:44 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 30°C
- Some rain: about 8 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.7 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in February varies a lot between years (±5.7 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C | 26°C | 44 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.5 |
| February | 30°C | 26°C | 36 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.7 |
| March | 30°C | 26°C | 123 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.8 |
| April | 29°C | 25°C | 201 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 28°C | 24°C | 144 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.2 |
| June | 28°C | 24°C | 35 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| July | 27°C | 23°C | 22 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.2 |
| August | 27°C | 23°C | 21 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| September | 28°C | 23°C | 19 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| October | 29°C | 24°C | 52 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| November | 29°C | 25°C | 84 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.5 |
| December | 30°C | 26°C | 92 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Zanzibar in February?
Daytime highs average 30°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Zanzibar?
The best months are September, August, July.