March · Tanzania
Best time to visit Zanzibar in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Zanzibar in March
Average temperature 28°C, 93 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
8.3/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 93 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Zanzibar scores 8.3/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 93 mm of rain, and roughly 30 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.
March in Zanzibar — reliably good (8th best month)
Days in March average 28°C (83°F) and humidity near 75% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 93 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.1 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8.3/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 9.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Zanzibar in March?
- In March, Zanzibar averages 28°C, 93 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Zanzibar?
- March earns a 8.3/10 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 March?
- Expect about 93 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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