Zanzibar in September: weather, sea & travel advice
Zanzibar in September is especially suited to beach holidays, family holidays, city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 28 °C (warm), and the sea is about 26 °C. With about 6 rainy days it is dry.
Zanzibar · SeptemberPhoto: Morten Idriss Nygaar… · CC BY-SA 3.0Climate facts
- Day
- 28 °C
- Night
- 24 °C
- Sea
- 26 °C
- Rainy days
- 6 rainy days
- Sun
- 8 h/day
- Humidity
- 74 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachExcellent96/100
City breakExcellent86/100
ActiveGood71/100
FamilyExcellent94/100
In favour
- Pleasant daytime temperatures around 28 °C
- Warm, swimmable sea (26 °C)
To consider
- No significant drawbacks.
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 September
Frequently asked questions
How warm is Zanzibar in September?
Daytime highs average around 28 °C, with nights around 24 °C.
Can you swim in Zanzibar in September?
The sea is about 26 °C (warm).
Does it rain a lot in Zanzibar in September?
On the long-term average, expect about 6 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.