Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Zanzibar, Tanzania, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (83°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (89°F), while lows may dip to 26°C (78°F). Typically, the humidity level in Zanzibar throughout January hovers around 82%.
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In January, Zanzibar averages 52 mm (2.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 25 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 17 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 47% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In January, the UV Index in Zanzibar reaches a maximum of 14, 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 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||