Weather in Zanzibar in October
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
October is a wet time to visit Zanzibar. Zanzibar has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 30°C, lows of 23°C, and approximately 15 rainy days per month.
30°C
23°C
15days
12.2h
Is October a good time to visit Zanzibar?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
6:03 AM
6:17 PM
Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 26°C | 14 | Excellent (best) |
| February | 31°C | 26°C | 24 | Excellent (best) |
| March | 30°C | 26°C | 27 | Wet |
| April | 29°C | 25°C | 30 | Wet |
| May | 28°C | 24°C | 23 | Wet |
| June | 27°C | 24°C | 17 | Excellent (best) |
| July | 27°C | 23°C | 18 | Excellent (best) |
| August | 28°C | 22°C | 13 | Excellent (best) |
| September | 30°C | 22°C | 19 | Excellent (best) |
| October | 30°C | 23°C | 15 | Wet |
| November | 29°C | 24°C | 27 | Wet |
| December | 32°C | 25°C | 9 | Excellent (best) |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for October
Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.
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Common Questions
Is October a good time to visit Zanzibar? +
October is typically Wet for visiting Zanzibar, with average highs of 30°C and around 15 rainy days.
What should I pack for Zanzibar in October? +
With highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C in {month}, we recommend: Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.
Does it rain a lot in Zanzibar in October? +
Zanzibar typically sees around 15 rainy days in October.
How many hours of daylight are there in Zanzibar in October? +
In October, Zanzibar gets approximately 12.2 hours of daylight per day.
Is October peak season in Zanzibar? +
No, October is not peak season in Zanzibar. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
What is the best month to visit Zanzibar? +
The best months to visit Zanzibar are June, July, August, September, December, January, February, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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