Zanzibar Weather in May
Tanzania · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
May in Zanzibar is warm, with average daytime highs around 30°C (85°F) and nighttime lows near 24°C (75°F). Expect roughly 298mm of precipitation spread over about 14 rainy days, and heavy rainfall is common — this is peak wet season territory.
Avg high
30°C
85°F
Avg low
24°C
75°F
Rainfall
298mm
very wet
Rainy days
14
days with ≥1mm
🎒 What to pack
- light summer clothing
- sunscreen and sunglasses
- compact umbrella or rain jacket
May vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Zanzibar in May?
- May in Zanzibar is warm, with average daytime highs around 30°C (85°F) and nighttime lows near 24°C (75°F). Expect roughly 298mm of precipitation spread over about 14 rainy days, and heavy rainfall is common — this is peak wet season territory.
- Does it rain a lot in Zanzibar in May?
- Zanzibar sees around 298mm of precipitation in May on average — very wet by global standards.
- Is May a good time to visit Zanzibar?
- May is a workable month to visit Zanzibar, but expect some weather trade-offs.