December · Tanzania
Best time to visit Stone Town in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Stone Town in December
Average temperature 29°C, 131 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
4.4/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 131 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Stone Town scores 4.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 131 mm of rain, and roughly 30 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.
December in Stone Town — the hardest end of the year
December averages 29°C (83°F) and humidity near 77%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 131 mm — wet for this destination — but about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 4.4/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 8.1/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? August scores 3.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Stone Town in December?
- In December, Stone Town averages 29°C, 131 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.4/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Stone Town?
- December earns a 4.4/10 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 December?
- Expect about 131 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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