Zanzibar · July
Best travel monthPeak seasonTanzania · Africa
Max Temp
29°C
Min Temp
21.1°C
Sunshine
6.7 h/day
Rain Days
3 days
Water Temp
25.9°C
Rainfall
34.3 mm
Humidity
77%
Avg Temp
25.1°C
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
July is among the best months in Zanzibar: only 3 rain days, 29°C highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 29°C, cooling to 21°C at night (daily average: 25°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 3 rain days with 34 mm total. The water is a warm 26°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in July are ideal.
Trockenzeit — bestes Sansibar: Das Indische Meer türkisblau, Stone Town ohne Regenschauer erkunden, das ZIFF-Filmfestival im Juni in Innenhöfen alter arabischer Paläste. Delfine vor Kizimkazi, Gewürzplantagen in voller Pracht.
Packing list for Zanzibar in July
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is July a good time to visit Zanzibar?
- Yes — July is one of the best months to visit Zanzibar (Climate Score: 88/100). Pleasant temperatures (29°C), good sunshine (7 h/day), and few rain days (3) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Zanzibar in July?
- In July, Zanzibar sees daily highs of 29°C. Nights cool to 21°C, with a daily average of 25°C.
- How much rain falls in Zanzibar in July?
- In July, Zanzibar receives an average of 34 mm of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Zanzibar get in July?
- Zanzibar averages 7 sunshine hours per day in July — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Zanzibar in July?
- Water temperature in Zanzibar in July averages 26°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
