Zanzibar Weather in January
Tanzania · January climate averages and travel tips
Avg high30°C (85°F)
Avg low27°C (81°F)
Rainfall76 mm (3.0 in)
RatingGood 6.8/10
In January, Zanzibar has average highs of 30°C (85°F) and lows of 27°C (81°F). The month is moderately rainy, with about 76 mm (3.0 in) of rain spread over 13 days. Humidity averages 77%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 12.3 hours of daylight and a mix of sun and cloud.
Is January a good time to visit Zanzibar?
January is a good time to visit Zanzibar (6.8/10), though June to September are even better.
January weather at a glance
| Average high | 30°C (85°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 27°C (81°F) |
| Daily mean | 28°C (83°F) |
| Rainfall | 76 mm (3.0 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 13 |
| Humidity | 77% |
| Cloud cover | 52% |
| Daylight | 12.3 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 6.5 hours/day |
| Wind | 18.1 km/h |
| vs December | About as warm as December, with 30 mm less rain. |
What to pack for Zanzibar in January
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
- swimwear
Zanzibar weather in other months
Jan30°C / 27°C76 mmGoodFeb30°C / 27°C46 mmGoodMar30°C / 28°C125 mmPoorApr29°C / 27°C281 mmPoorMay28°C / 26°C197 mmFairJun28°C / 25°C33 mmExcellentJul27°C / 24°C14 mmExcellentAug27°C / 24°C14 mmExcellentSep28°C / 25°C22 mmExcellentOct29°C / 26°C62 mmExcellentNov29°C / 27°C121 mmFairDec30°C / 27°C106 mmPoor
← DecemberBest time to visit ZanzibarFebruary →
Better weather in January nearby
- Cape Town22°C · 11 mm · Excellent
- Agadir22°C · 30 mm · Excellent
- Luxor22°C · 1 mm · Excellent
- Aswan25°C · 1 mm · Excellent
- Hurghada21°C · 2 mm · Excellent
- Sharm el-Sheikh23°C · 3 mm · Excellent
Nearby in January
- Dar es Salaam30°C · 115 mm
- Mombasa35°C · 20 mm
- Dodoma29°C · 193 mm
- Arusha29°C · 96 mm
- Nairobi28°C · 30 mm
- Moroni28°C · 206 mm
Where else is good in January? See where to go in January.