December · Tanzania
Best time to visit Zanzibar in DecemberWeather, crowds & prices
December score
7.8/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 118 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Sunny days
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Zanzibar scores 7.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 118 mm of rain, and roughly 31 sunny days this month.
Spice routes and powder beaches peak in the dry June-September season.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Zanzibar in December?
- In December, Zanzibar averages 28°C, 118 mm of rain, and about 31 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 7.8/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Zanzibar?
- December earns a 7.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Zanzibar in December?
- Expect about 118 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 31 sunny days.
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