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Zanzibar Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Zanzibar, Tanzania in April.

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Zanzibar City Nungwi Jambiani Paje

Planning a trip to Zanzibar, Tanzania this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Zanzibar in April

Zanzibar, Tanzania is a region in Tanzania. April in Zanzibar generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Zanzibar City. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Zanzibar, Tanzania, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Mbweni with an average of 222 mm (8.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Kendwa with 297 mm (12 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Zanzibar City.

Explore Zanzibar by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Zanzibar — and find the best time to visit. (based on Zanzibar City)

January30°C (86°F) February31°C (88°F) March31°C (88°F) April30°C (86°F) May29°C (84°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September29°C (84°F) October30°C (86°F) November30°C (86°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Zanzibar in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Zanzibar.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Zanzibar

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Zanzibar, Tanzania?

Temperature range in Zanzibar (April)

Precipitation variation in Zanzibar (April)

Zanzibar City

In April Zanzibar City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
pleasant
Climate in Zanzibar City →

Nungwi

In April Nungwi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
297 mm (12 in)
244 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Nungwi →

Jambiani

In April Jambiani generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
154 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
280 mm (11 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Jambiani →

Paje

In April Paje generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
271 mm (11 in)
203 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Paje →

Bwejuu

In April Bwejuu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
268 mm (11 in)
202 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
unpleasant
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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Zanzibar in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zanzibar City 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 230 mm (9.1 in)
Nungwi 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 297 mm (12 in)
Jambiani 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 280 mm (11 in)
Paje 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 271 mm (11 in)
Bwejuu 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 268 mm (11 in)
Matemwe 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 271 mm (11 in)

Zanzibar weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Zanzibar, Tanzania in April?

Zanzibar, Tanzania typically experiences poor weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Zanzibar City average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Zanzibar, Tanzania in April?

In Zanzibar City, the average daytime high in April is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

Does Zanzibar, Tanzania get a lot of rain in April?

Yes. April brings heavy rainfall to Zanzibar, Tanzania, with Zanzibar City averaging around 230 mm (9.1 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Zanzibar, Tanzania?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Zanzibar City, April may not be the ideal time to visit Zanzibar, Tanzania.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Zanzibar City. The weather in April, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Zanzibar.

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