Zanzibar · May
Low seasonTanzania · Africa
Max Temp
29.7°C
Min Temp
23.5°C
Sunshine
5.6 h/day
Rain Days
11 days
Water Temp
27.9°C
Rainfall
270.3 mm
Humidity
83%
Avg Temp
26.5°C
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in June.
May in Zanzibar is generally manageable, but with 11 rain days it's not a reliably sunny month. Better conditions can be found in January, February, June, July, August, September, and October.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 30°C, cooling to 24°C at night (daily average: 27°C). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 11 rain days (270 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. The water is a warm 28°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Lange Regenzeit: Täglich heftige Schauer, Stone Town manchmal überschwemmt. Für die meisten Besucher keine empfehlenswerte Zeit — für Günstig-Reisende eine Option.
Packing list for Zanzibar in May
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Zanzibar?
- May is not an optimal month for Zanzibar (Score: 65/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, June, July, August, September, and October.
- How warm is it in Zanzibar in May?
- In May, Zanzibar sees daily highs of 30°C. Nights cool to 24°C, with a daily average of 27°C.
- How much rain falls in Zanzibar in May?
- In May, Zanzibar receives an average of 270 mm of rain over 11 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Zanzibar get in May?
- Zanzibar averages 6 sunshine hours per day in May — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Zanzibar in May?
- Water temperature in Zanzibar in May averages 28°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
