☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 30°C
Yes, absolutely! With temperatures averaging 30°C, it's hot and perfect for beach holidays. Zanzibar in December has an average air temperature of 30°C with sea temperatures around 28°C. You can expect 8 hours of sunshine per day and 90mm of rainfall, which means moderate rainfall — some wet days expected.
At 28°C the sea is like a warm bath — perfect for swimming, snorkelling, and diving. With 8 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Pack light clothing, high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and swimwear. Stay hydrated.
Zanzibar is one of the top warm destinations for December 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 December:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zanzibar | 30°C | 28°C | 90mm | 8h |
| Diani Beach | 30°C | 28°C | 50mm | 9h |
| Krabi | 30°C | 28°C | 60mm | 8h |
| Langkawi | 30°C | 28°C | 60mm | 7h |
| Mozambique | 30°C | 27°C | 110mm | 7h |
| Pemba Island | 30°C | 28°C | 80mm | 8h |
See how Zanzibar's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Zanzibar in December has average temperatures of 30°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 28°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 28°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Pack light clothing, high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and swimwear. Stay hydrated.
December is an excellent time to visit Zanzibar with warm weather and 8 hours of daily sunshine.
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