2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Zanzibar in September

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

September is an excellent time to visit Zanzibar. Zanzibar has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 30°C, lows of 22°C, and approximately 19 rainy days per month.

Avg High

30°C

Avg Low

22°C

Rainy days

19days

Daylight

12.1h

Is September a good time to visit Zanzibar?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:17 AM

Sunset

6:21 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
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 September

Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Climate: Tropical
Travel Context Expect humidity and afternoon showers—plan flexible days.

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Common Questions

Is September a good time to visit Zanzibar? +

September is typically Excellent for visiting Zanzibar, with average highs of 30°C and around 19 rainy days.

What should I pack for Zanzibar in September? +

With highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C in {month}, we recommend: Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Does it rain a lot in Zanzibar in September? +

Zanzibar typically sees around 19 rainy days in September.

How many hours of daylight are there in Zanzibar in September? +

In September, Zanzibar gets approximately 12.1 hours of daylight per day.

Is September peak season in Zanzibar? +

Yes, September is peak season in Zanzibar. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

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.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Africa/Dar_es_Salaam)

Last Updated: January 2026

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30° / 22°
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