August · Tanzania
Best time to visit Stone Town in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Stone Town in August
Average temperature 26°C, 12 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.1/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 12 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Stone Town scores 8.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 26°C, 12 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Stone Town is Zanzibar's historic quarter, a maze of alleys, carved doors, spice shops and the Forodhani waterfront.
August in Stone Town — the year's strongest window
August averages 26°C (78°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Rain is a non-issue at 12 mm for the month, with about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.8 hours of daylight to work with.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Stone Town at 8.1/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Stone Town in August?
- In August, Stone Town averages 26°C, 12 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.1/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Stone Town?
- August earns a 8.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Stone Town in August?
- Expect about 12 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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