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Weather in February in Zanzibar

Planning a journey to Zanzibar this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What is the weather like in Zanzibar in February?

Zanzibar is a region in Tanzania. February in Zanzibar generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C and nighttime temperatures around 27°C in Zanzibar City. In Zanzibar, February typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Nungwi with an average of 38 mm to moderate rainfall in Mbweni with 50 mm.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Zanzibar in February, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Zanzibar climate page.

Where to go in Zanzibar in February

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Zanzibar on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Zanzibar?

Zanzibar City

In February Zanzibar City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

Zanzibar City
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
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precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
30°C 
27°C 
55 mm 
10 days 
31°C 
27°C 
50 mm 
5 days 
March   >> March
>>  
31°C 
26°C 
138 mm 
12 days 
Climate in Zanzibar City

Nungwi

In February Nungwi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Nungwi
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
29°C 
27°C 
41 mm 
9 days 
29°C 
27°C 
38 mm 
5 days 
March   >> March
>>  
30°C 
27°C 
137 mm 
12 days 
Climate in Nungwi

Jambiani

In February Jambiani generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

Jambiani
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
30°C 
27°C 
238 hours 
43 mm 
10 days 
31°C 
27°C 
221 hours 
39 mm 
4 days 
March   >> March
>>  
31°C 
27°C 
212 hours 
136 mm 
12 days 
Climate in Jambiani

Paje

In February Paje generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

Paje
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
31°C 
27°C 
43 mm 
10 days 
31°C 
27°C 
39 mm 
4 days 
March   >> March
>>  
31°C 
27°C 
135 mm 
12 days 
Climate in Paje

Bwejuu

In February Bwejuu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

Bwejuu
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   January January
<<  
31°C 
27°C 
43 mm 
10 days 
31°C 
27°C 
40 mm 
4 days 
March   >> March
>>  
31°C 
27°C 
134 mm 
12 days 
Climate in Bwejuu

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Zanzibar, in Tanzania.

Is February the best time to visit Zanzibar?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Zanzibar City, February might be a good time to visit Zanzibar. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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.

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