Zanzibar in May: weather, sea & travel advice
Zanzibar in May is especially suited to beach holidays, family holidays and city breaks. Days are around 28 °C (warm), and the sea is about 28 °C. With about 13 rainy days it is wet.
Zanzibar · MayPhoto: Morten Idriss Nygaar… · CC BY-SA 3.0Climate facts
- Day
- 28 °C
- Night
- 26 °C
- Sea
- 28 °C
- Rainy days
- 13 rainy days
- Sun
- 6 h/day
- Humidity
- 79 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachGood79/100
City breakGood68/100
ActiveLimited50/100
FamilyGood75/100
In favour
- Pleasant daytime temperatures around 28 °C
- Warm, swimmable sea (28 °C)
To consider
- Higher chance of rain (about 13 rainy days)
All months at a glance
29J
30F
30M
29A
28M
27J
27J
27A
28S
29O
29N
30D
6J
5F
10M
16A
13M
6J
5J
5A
6S
8O
11N
10D
Similar destinations in May
Frequently asked questions
How warm is Zanzibar in May?
Daytime highs average around 28 °C, with nights around 26 °C.
Can you swim in Zanzibar in May?
The sea is about 28 °C (very warm).
Does it rain a lot in Zanzibar in May?
On the long-term average, expect about 13 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Zanzibar?
The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.