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%.
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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.
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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.
| 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 | |
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| 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 | |||||