Zanzibar City weather in January (Zanzibar, Tanzania)

Is Zanzibar City a good destination in January, weather-wise? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, the weather in Zanzibar City generally includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 30°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 27°C. Known for its high temperatures, this month is the warmest of the year. Dress accordingly to stay comfortable and make the most of the weather.

Precipitation

Zanzibar City in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. Expect around 10 days of rain based on historical data.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Zanzibar City climate page with graphs.

 

Zanzibar City, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 27°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 55 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Where to go in Tanzania in January

Find out more about the weather in Tanzania and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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