Temperature zanzibar August
Zanzibar August is excellent dry season (best time of year jun-jul): 25-28°C day cool, comfortable and perfect for the beach without excessive heat, 21-23°C night pleasantly refreshing, water temperature 25-27°C perfect for swimming/water sports (slightly cooler than Jan-Feb 27-29°C but ideal), practically no rainfall 1-3 days month, abundant sun 95% days Clear skies, steady winds 15-25 knots ideal for kitesurfing/windsurfing Peak season. AdvantagesBEST temperature year (less heat vs Jan-Feb 30°C+, less humidity 60-70% comfortable), calm sea, excellent snorkeling/dive visibility 20-25 meters, less mosquitoes. DisadvantagesHigh season prices (+40-50% vs low season), moderate tourists (less vs peak Jan but more vs May-Jun), advance bookings 2-3 months. Activities: kitesurfing/windsurfing Paje (optimal winds), snorkeling/diving Mnemba, beaches (Nungwi/Kendwa/Paje/Jambiani), dolphin tours. Accommodation: guesthouses 40-70 USD, mid-range 90-180 USD, resorts 250-600 USD. Daily budget: budget 80-150 USD, mid-range 200-400 USD, luxury 500-1,000+ USD.
Zanzibar weather in August
Day temperature: 25-28°C (comfortable cool, perfect for the beach).
Night temperature: 21-23°C (pleasant refreshing better to sleep year).
Water temperature: 25-27°C (perfect swimming slightly cooler vs. Jan).
RainsPractically nil 1-3 days per month (peak dry season).
Humidity60-70% (low comfortable dry).
Sol95% : Abundant 95% days with clear skies.
WindsConstant 15-25 knots (BEST kitesurfing/windsurfing year).
Season: High but less crowded vs. Jan-Feb.
BEST month year: Together jun-jul perfect temperature without excessive heat.
Weather: Weather.com updated forecasts.
Data: Climate-Data.org August statistics.
Zanzibar activities in August
Kitesurfing/windsurfing: Pageboy BEST month year constant winds 15-25 knots (Windguru optimal conditions), courses 300-400 USD, rental 50-80 USD/day, water 25-27°C comfortable long sessions, schools operating at maximum capacity.
Snorkeling/divingMnemba Atoll tours 80-150 USD (excellent visibility 20-25 meters clear water dry season), certification PADI available, Nungwi/Kendwa reefs 20,000-30,000 TZS.
BeachesNungwi/Kendwa north (no tide swimming all day perfect temperature 25-28°C), Paje east (kitesurfing paradise very lively August), Jambiani/Michamvi (calm water slightly warmer east coast).
Dolphin Tours: Kizimkazi 50-80 USD morning 6:00-9:00 (80-90% water sighting 25-27°C), ethics Whale and Dolphin Conservation.
Stone TownUNESCO heritage UNESCOtours 30,000-50,000 TZS (12-20 USD), lively markets.
Spice tours: 40,000-60,000 TZS (16-24 USD) half day, green landscapes.
Jozani ForestColobus monkeys entrance fee 10 USD, exuberant nature.
Zanzibar tips in August
Advance booking2-3 months recommended especially Paje (high season kitesurfing fills fast).
Protección solarSPF 50+ (intense sun 95% August days), hat, sunglasses.
Warm clothingNights 21-23°C cooler - wear light sweater/long sleeve for outside dinners (only month/year required).
Kitesurf: August BEST month winds - book courses/rental in advance Paje saturated schools.
HydrationWater constant heat 25-28°C low humidity.
MalariaMandatory prophylaxis, DEET 30%+ repellent (less mosquitoes August dry season but present).
Tides: Consultation Tide Times east coast swimming high tide.
Fewer crowdsAugust moderate tourists vs. peak January (quieter authentic experience).
Frequently Asked Questions Zanzibar August
What is the weather like in Zanzibar in August?
The Zanzibar weather August is dry season BEST year: 25-28°C day comfortable cool (less heat vs. 30°C+), 21-23°C night refreshing (only one month you need a light sweater), water 25-27°C perfect, zero rainfall 1-3 days (95% sun), low humidity 60-70% comfortable, winds 15-25 knots ideal kitesurfing Paje peak season (Windguru). Visibility snorkeling/diving 20-25 meters best year (PADI). Advantages: Perfect temperature without excessive heat, less mosquitoes, less crowded vs. January. DisadvantagesPrices +40-50%, strong winds make it difficult for children to swim. According to Lonely Planet, August is "best month year perfect weather". Consult Weather.com, Climate-Data.org.
What is the water temperature in Zanzibar in August?
Water temperature Zanzibar August: 25-27°C perfect swimming without wetsuit (slightly cooler vs Jan-Feb 27-29°C but ideal). South Beaches (Jambiani/Paje/Michamvi) water slightly warmer 26-27°C vs. north 25-26°C. Activities: Kitesurfing Paje BEST month winds 15-25 knots (Windguru), snorkeling/dive Mnemba visibility 20-25 meters (PADI), Nungwi/Kendwa calm sea swimming, Kizimkazi dolphin tours 50-80 USD (Whale and Dolphin Conservation). According to National Geographic TravelAugust water is "ideal balance refreshing comfortable". Consult Sea Temperature.
Is August a good month to visit Zanzibar?
YES, August BEST month Zanzibar together Jun-Jul. Advantages: Perfect temperature 25-28°C without excessive heat, BEST kitesurfing/windsurfing year winds 15-25 knots (Windguru), snorkel visibility 20-25 meters (PADI), no rainfall, fewer mosquitoes, less crowded vs. January. DisadvantagesPrices +40-50% (guesthouses 40-70 USD, mid-range 90-180 USD, resorts 250-600 USD), reservations 2-3 months. BudgetBudget 80-150 USD, mid-range 200-400 USD, luxury 500-1,000+ USD. Ideal for: Water sportsmen, travelers looking for perfect weather/reasonable prices/less crowds vs. January. According to Travel + LeisureAugust is the "optimal time for weather/price balance". Compare Booking.com, Skyscanner.