Zanzibar · February
Best travel monthTravel seasonTanzania · Africa
Max Temp
32.9°C
Min Temp
25.1°C
Sunshine
7.9 h/day
Rain Days
3 days
Water Temp
28.6°C
Rainfall
46 mm
Humidity
77%
Avg Temp
28.6°C
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
February is among the best months in Zanzibar: only 3 rain days, 33°C highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs reach 33°C with a daily average of 29°C — nights stay warm at 25°C. The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 3 rain days with 46 mm total. The water is a warm 29°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in February are ideal.
Kurze Trockenzeit: Sansibar im Dezember und Januar mit weniger Regen als erwartet, wärmsten Meerestemperaturen des Jahres, weniger Besucher als im Sommer.
Packing list for Zanzibar in February
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is February a good time to visit Zanzibar?
- Yes — February is one of the best months to visit Zanzibar (Climate Score: 90/100). Pleasant temperatures (33°C), good sunshine (8 h/day), and few rain days (3) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Zanzibar in February?
- In February, Zanzibar sees daily highs of 33°C. Nights cool to 25°C, with a daily average of 29°C.
- How much rain falls in Zanzibar in February?
- In February, Zanzibar receives an average of 46 mm of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Zanzibar get in February?
- Zanzibar averages 8 sunshine hours per day in February — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Zanzibar in February?
- Water temperature in Zanzibar in February averages 29°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
