Zanzibar · October
Best travel monthTravel seasonTanzania · Africa
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.
October is one of the best travel months for Zanzibar — conditions are stable, temperatures reach 31°C, and outdoor activities are excellent.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 31°C, cooling to 23°C at night (daily average: 27°C). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 6 rain days with 105 mm total. The water is a warm 27°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in October 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 October
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is October a good time to visit Zanzibar?
- Yes — October is one of the best months to visit Zanzibar (Climate Score: 85/100). Pleasant temperatures (31°C), good sunshine (8 h/day), and few rain days (6) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Zanzibar in October?
- In October, Zanzibar sees daily highs of 31°C. Nights cool to 23°C, with a daily average of 27°C.
- How much rain falls in Zanzibar in October?
- In October, Zanzibar receives an average of 105 mm of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Zanzibar get in October?
- Zanzibar averages 8 sunshine hours per day in October — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Zanzibar in October?
- Water temperature in Zanzibar in October averages 27°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
