☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 26°C
Yes! Average temperatures of 26°C make it pleasantly warm and ideal for sun-seekers. Zanzibar in August has an average air temperature of 26°C with sea temperatures around 25°C. You can expect 8 hours of sunshine per day and 25mm of rainfall, which means minimal rainfall — mostly dry and sunny.
Sea temperatures of 25°C are very comfortable for swimming and water sports. With 8 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
Zanzibar is one of the top warm destinations for August holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Zanzibar stacks up against similar destinations in August:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zanzibar | 26°C | 25°C | 25mm | 8h |
| Côte d'Azur | 26°C | 25°C | 20mm | 11h |
| Fiji | 26°C | 26°C | 60mm | 7h |
| Lisbon | 26°C | 20°C | 5mm | 12h |
| Amalfi Coast | 27°C | 27°C | 15mm | 10h |
| Bali | 27°C | 27°C | 30mm | 9h |
See how Zanzibar's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Zanzibar in August has average temperatures of 26°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 25°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 25°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
August is an excellent time to visit Zanzibar with warm weather and 8 hours of daily sunshine.
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