August Weather in Zanzibar

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Zanzibar, Tanzania, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 25°C (78°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (85°F), while lows may dip to 22°C (72°F). Typically, the humidity level in Zanzibar throughout August hovers around 74%.

22°C (72°F)

Minimum temperature

25°C (78°F)

Average temperature

29°C (85°F)

Maximum temperature

74%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Zanzibar averages 33 mm (1.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 54 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 12 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 58% probability of sunny days during this period.

33 mm (1.3 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 12 minutes

Sunshine hours

58%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Zanzibar reaches a maximum of 12, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 4 8 11 12 12 10 6 3 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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