April · Tanzania
Best time to visit Zanzibar in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Zanzibar in April
Average temperature 26°C, 357 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
6.5/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 357 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
April in Zanzibar scores 6.5/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 357 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Zanzibar's Stone Town is a maze of coral-stone houses, carved doors, and spice warehouses, with beaches strung along the island's north and east coasts.
April in Zanzibar: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
April averages 26°C (79°F) and humidity near 86%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
357 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 6.5/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 9.6/10 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 low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 3.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Zanzibar in April?
- In April, Zanzibar averages 26°C, 357 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Zanzibar?
- April earns a 6.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Zanzibar in April?
- Expect about 357 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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