Makunduchi Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
With consistently stable weather, Makunduchi, Zanzibar, Tanzania, sees little seasonal temperature change. Daytime highs average 29°C (84°F), ranging from 30°C (86°F) in February to 27°C (81°F) in August.
Rainfall is high, totalling around 1146 mm (45 in) per year. April is the wettest month and September the driest. The city also experiences a distinct dry season from August to September. The most sunshine falls in October, with an average of 9.2 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Makunduchi
The climate in Makunduchi remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C (86°F) in February, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 27°C (81°F) during cooler months like August.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 27°C (81°F) in February to around 24°C (75°F) during August.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Makunduchi
Makunduchi is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1146 mm (45 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, April it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 292 mm (11 in) of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month September brings less rainfall, with 31 mm (1.2 in) over 7 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Makunduchi Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Makunduchi
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Makunduchi. While October receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.2 hours, April marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.1 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Makunduchi by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Makunduchi.
The city experiences its highest humidity in April, reaching 83%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 75%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Makunduchi 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Makunduchi
In general, temperatures in Makunduchi range from 27°C (81°F) to 30°C (86°F) across the year, with January, February, July, August and September being the best time to visit for those who prefer drier weather.Make your experience more enjoyable by planning to be outside during the cooler parts of the day, either early morning or as the sun begins to set. Visitors should note that April and May are part of the rainy season, bringing substantial rainfall. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
