Tanzania Zanzibar Weather in April — Climate Guide
April in Zanzibar is low
Zanzibar Weather in April — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 31° / 24°
- Rainfall
- 290mm · 16 days
- Crowds
- Quiet
As of 2026, Zanzibar in April averages a high of 31°C and low of 24°C with 290mm of rain over about 16 days. Peak long rains — around 31°C/24°C, very humid, with the year's heaviest rainfall. Rain layer, quick-dry clothing, strong DEET repellent, and waterproof footwear. Modest cover for Stone Town.
April is low for Zanzibar.
April is the wettest month and the low point for a beach trip — the long rains peak, with frequent heavy downpours, very high humidity, and the most disruption to plans.
Many east-coast and some north-coast hotels and restaurants close or cut back, and outdoor excursions (Mnemba snorkeling, dhow trips) are often called off for weather. The upside is the lowest prices of the year and near-empty sights.
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Zanzibar April Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
24°C
Rainy Days
16
290mm total
Sunshine
5.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
85%
muggy
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 18
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
April Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
8 μg/m³
PM10
18 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
36°C
Nighttime
26°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 18 km/h
Activities Recommended for April
April Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Lowest prices of the year
- Near-empty sights
- Warm sea and lush, green landscape
- Quiet, atmospheric Stone Town
Cons
- Year's heaviest rainfall — frequent downpours
- Many hotels and restaurants closed or reduced
- Highest malaria risk of the year
- Snorkeling and boat trips often cancelled
April Events & Festivals
- Peak of the long rains — heaviest rainfall
- Many beach hotels and restaurants close or reduce hours
- Highest malaria risk of the year
- Lowest prices of the year
Zanzibar in April — Full Picture
April is the wettest month and the low point for a beach trip — the long rains peak, with frequent heavy downpours, very high humidity, and the most disruption to plans.
Many east-coast and some north-coast hotels and restaurants close or cut back, and outdoor excursions (Mnemba snorkeling, dhow trips) are often called off for weather. The upside is the lowest prices of the year and near-empty sights.
If you must travel now, base firmly in Stone Town, where the museums, spice tour, and food keep you busy under cover, and accept that beach days will be hit-and-miss. It's not the month for a swimming-and-snorkeling holiday.
Note: April carries the highest malaria risk of the year as mosquitoes peak — be rigorous with repellent, covering up, nets, and prophylaxis. Power cuts can be more frequent in heavy weather.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Peak long rains — around 31°C/24°C, very humid, with the year's heaviest rainfall. Rain layer, quick-dry clothing, strong DEET repellent, and waterproof footwear. Modest cover for Stone Town.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current31.3°C
23.7°C
13.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.3°C
22°C
4.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
30.7°C
22.7°C
7.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
32.7°C
24°C
7/mo
Zanzibar Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33° | 24° | 7d·60mm | 8h | 80% | 12 | Busy | Peak | |
| February (Best) | 33° | 24° | 6d·55mm | 8.5h | 80% | 12 | Busy | Peak |
| 32° | 24° | 11d·130mm | 7h | 83% | 12 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 16d·290mm | 5.5h | 85% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 23° | 14d·200mm | 6h | 84% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| June (Best) | 30° | 22° | 5d·50mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| July (Best) | 29° | 22° | 4d·45mm | 8h | 77% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 29° | 22° | 4d·45mm | 8.5h | 77% | 12 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 30° | 22° | 4d·45mm | 8.5h | 78% | 12 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 31° | 23° | 7d·75mm | 8h | 79% | 12 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 23° | 11d·130mm | 6.5h | 81% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 24° | 8d·90mm | 7.5h | 81% | 12 | Very busy | Peak |
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Zanzibar April Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is April a good time to visit Zanzibar?
Zanzibar in April is low. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Zanzibar in April?
Zanzibar April averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C.
Does it rain much in Zanzibar in April?
Zanzibar April averages 290mm of rainfall over about 16 rainy days.
What should I wear in Zanzibar in April?
Peak long rains — around 31°C/24°C, very humid, with the year's heaviest rainfall. Rain layer, quick-dry clothing, strong DEET repellent, and waterproof footwear. Modest cover for Stone Town.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Zanzibar in April?
Zanzibar April sunrise is 06:30 and sunset is 18:30, with 12h 00min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Zanzibar in April?
Zanzibar April air quality (AQI) averages 26, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 8μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Zanzibar in April?
In April, Zanzibar is great for Stone Town museums and walking tour, Spice tour (covered), Swahili cooking class indoors.
Is April peak season in Zanzibar?
Zanzibar April crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.