Zanzibar Island
May
Weather in Zanzibar Island for May 2025
Your guide to Zanzibar Island weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Zanzibar Island at the beginning of May is 28.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly increase, reaching an average of 28.4 °C by the end of May.
Zanzibar Island experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 111.5 mm.
Temperatures
Rain 🌧️
9
Dry days
22
Rainy days
0
Snow days
28°/24°
Temperatures
20 km/h
Avg max wind
79 %
Avg humidity
Zanzibar Island in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  30° | 2 31° | 3  29° | 4  27° | |||
| 5 26° | 6 27° | 7 28° | 8 27° | 9 28° | 10 27° | 11 29° |
| 12 29° | 13 29° | 14 30° | 15 29° | 16  29° | 17 30° | 18 30° |
| 19 30° | 20 30° | 21 26° | 22 23° | 23 28° | 24 28° | 25 29° |
| 26 28° | 27 28° | 28 28° | 29 28° | 30 29° | 31 29° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Zanzibar Island
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Patchy rain possible | 30° /24° | 0.2 mm | 8 | |
| 2 May | Patchy rain possible | 31° /24° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 3 May | Patchy light drizzle | 29° /26° | 0.9 mm | 7 | |
| 4 May | Overcast | 27° /24° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 5 May | Light rain shower | 26° /23° | 8.4 mm | 7 | |
| 6 May | Light drizzle | 27° /23° | 2.9 mm | 7 | |
| 7 May | Light rain shower | 28° /23° | 8.4 mm | 7 | |
| 8 May | Light rain shower | 27° /24° | 12.6 mm | 7 | |
| 9 May | Light rain shower | 28° /23° | 5.6 mm | 7 | |
| 10 May | Light rain shower | 27° /23° | 6.7 mm | 7 | |
| 11 May | Patchy rain possible | 29° /23° | 3.5 mm | 7 | |
| 12 May | Patchy rain possible | 29° /24° | 0.8 mm | 7 | |
| 13 May | Patchy rain possible | 29° /23° | 0.3 mm | 7 | |
| 14 May | Patchy rain possible | 30° /24° | 2.4 mm | 7 | |
| 15 May | Patchy rain possible | 29° /23° | 0.4 mm | 7 | |
| 16 May | Sunny | 29° /24° | 0.1 mm | 8 | |
| 17 May | Patchy rain possible | 30° /23° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 18 May | Patchy rain possible | 30° /24° | 0.2 mm | 8 | |
| 19 May | Patchy rain possible | 30° /25° | 0.6 mm | 8 | |
| 20 May | Patchy rain possible | 30° /24° | 0.3 mm | 7 | |
| 21 May | Light rain shower | 26° /24° | 2.6 mm | 7 | |
| 22 May | Light rain shower | 23° /22° | 39.4 mm | 6 | |
| 23 May | Light rain shower | 28° /23° | 7.9 mm | 7 | |
| 24 May | Patchy light drizzle | 28° /23° | 1.4 mm | 7 | |
| 25 May | Patchy rain possible | 29° /23° | 2.2 mm | 7 | |
| 26 May | Patchy rain possible | 28° /23° | 0.9 mm | 7 | |
| 27 May | Light rain shower | 28° /24° | 1 mm | 7 | |
| 28 May | Patchy rain possible | 28° /24° | 0.7 mm | 7 | |
| 29 May | Patchy rain possible | 28° /22° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 30 May | Sunny | 29° /23° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 31 May | Patchy rain possible | 29° /23° | 1 mm | 7 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Zanzibar Island in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Zanzibar Island forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Zanzibar Island in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Zanzibar Island during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 28° and lows near 24°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Zanzibar Island during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 111.5 mm is expected in Zanzibar Island during May, occurring over more than 22 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Zanzibar Island during May?
The average wind speed in Zanzibar Island during May is 20 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Zanzibar Island
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UV exposure in Zanzibar Island during May
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