Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Zanzibar, Tanzania, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (83°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (88°F), while lows may dip to 25°C (77°F). Typically, the humidity level in Zanzibar throughout December hovers around 85%.
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In December, Zanzibar averages 137 mm (5.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 26 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 27 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 24 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 48% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In December, the UV Index in Zanzibar reaches a maximum of 13, 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 | 5 | 8 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 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 | |||||