March · Tanzania
Best time to visit Stone Town in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Stone Town in March
Average temperature 29°C, 110 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
4.8/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 110 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Stone Town scores 4.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 110 mm of rain, and roughly 28 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.
March in Stone Town — off-season conditions
March averages 29°C (84°F) and humidity near 76%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 110 mm — wet for this destination — but about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 4.8/10 here, 8th 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.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? August scores 3.3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Stone Town in March?
- In March, Stone Town averages 29°C, 110 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.8/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Stone Town?
- March earns a 4.8/10 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 March?
- Expect about 110 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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