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Water temperature in Zanzibar

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Zanzibar. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Sea temperature in Zanzibar now

83.9

°F

May 7, 13:06

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

84.0°F

Tomorrow:

83.6°F

Sunrise:

06:24

Sunset:

18:16

Day Length:

11 h. 52 min.

Zanzibar in May

Minimum:

82.3°F

Average:

84.2°F

Maximum:

85.0°F

Sea water temperature in Zanzibar today

As of now, in Zanzibar, the water temperature is 83.9°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 0.9°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.7°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 82.1°F on 2014.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 83.3°F, the minimum temperature may reach 83.2°F, and the maximum might stay at 83.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Zanzibar

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 23 84.5°F 84.1°F 84.0°F
Apr 24 84.3°F 83.9°F 83.8°F
Apr 25 84.3°F 83.6°F 83.8°F
Apr 26 84.2°F 84.0°F 83.9°F
Apr 27 84.1°F 83.3°F 83.8°F
Apr 28 83.7°F 84.0°F 83.9°F
Apr 29 83.7°F 83.4°F 83.6°F
Apr 30 83.8°F 83.2°F 83.6°F
May 1 84.1°F 83.2°F 83.5°F
May 2 83.9°F 82.7°F 83.4°F
May 3 84.3°F 82.8°F 83.4°F
May 4 84.2°F 83.2°F 83.4°F
May 5 84.0°F 82.7°F 83.3°F
May 6 84.0°F 82.8°F 83.3°F
May 7 83.9°F 82.9°F 83.0°F
May 8 83.6°F 83.2°F 82.7°F
May 9 83.5°F 82.9°F 82.7°F
May 10 83.3°F 82.5°F 82.4°F
May 11 83.4°F 82.6°F 82.5°F
May 12 83.3°F 82.8°F 82.4°F
May 13 83.2°F 83.0°F 82.3°F
May 14 83.2°F 82.9°F 82.4°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Zanzibar by month

In Zanzibar, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.
The warmest water in Zanzibar was recorded on March 11, 2024, reaching a 88.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on September 13, 2022, dipping to 76.9°F. The average readings by season are 83.8°F in Winter, 83.9°F in Spring, 79.5°F in Summer, and 80.5°F in Autumn.