Zanzibar · February
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 33° | 33° | 33° | 31° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 30° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 32° |
MINMIN | 26° | 26° | 25° | 25° | 24° | 23° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 23° | 24° | 25° |
☀️Sunshine | 8h | 8h | 7h | 5h | 6h | 7h | 7h | 7h | 8h | 8h | 8h | 8h |
🌊Water Temp | 29° | 29° | 30° | 29° | 28° | 27° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 27° | 28° | 29° |
🌧Rain Days | 5d70mm | 3d46mm | 10d180mm | 15d371mm | 11d270mm | 4d46mm | 3d34mm | 5d47mm | 3d47mm | 6d105mm | 12d267mm | 12d200mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
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.
