November · Tanzania
Best time to visit Zanzibar in November Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Zanzibar in November
Average temperature 27°C, 143 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
November score
7.4/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 143 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
November in Zanzibar scores 7.4/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 143 mm of rain, and roughly 28 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.
November in Zanzibar — reliably good (11th best month)
November averages 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 78%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 143 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 7.4/10 here, 11th 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.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 2.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Zanzibar in November?
- In November, Zanzibar averages 27°C, 143 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.4/10.
- Is November a good time to visit Zanzibar?
- November earns a 7.4/10 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 November?
- Expect about 143 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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