January · Tanzania
Best time to visit Zanzibar in JanuaryWeather, crowds & prices
January score
8.6/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 77 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Sunny days
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Zanzibar scores 8.6/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 28°C, 77 mm of rain, and roughly 30 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 January?
- In January, Zanzibar averages 28°C, 77 mm of rain, and about 30 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 8.6/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Zanzibar?
- January earns a 8.6/10 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 January?
- Expect about 77 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 30 sunny days.
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