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Zanzibar Weather in December

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

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Zanzibar City Nungwi Jambiani Paje

Planning a getaway to Zanzibar, Tanzania this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Zanzibar in December

Zanzibar, Tanzania is a region in Tanzania. December in Zanzibar generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Zanzibar City. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Nungwi with an average of 88 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Bububu with 109 mm (4.3 in).

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 December

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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Zanzibar, Tanzania?

Temperature range in Zanzibar (December)

Precipitation variation in Zanzibar (December)

Zanzibar City

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Zanzibar City →

Nungwi

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nungwi →

Jambiani

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
240 hours
238 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Jambiani →

Paje

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Paje →

Bwejuu

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bwejuu →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zanzibar City 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Nungwi 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Jambiani 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Paje 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Bwejuu 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Matemwe 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)

Zanzibar weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Zanzibar, Tanzania in December. The popular destination of Zanzibar City averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Zanzibar, Tanzania during December range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Zanzibar City.

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

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Average rainfall in Zanzibar City sits around 108 mm (4.3 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Zanzibar, Tanzania?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Zanzibar, Tanzania with overall tolerable weather in Zanzibar City. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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