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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

80.6

°F

October 5, 14:07

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

81.1°F

Tomorrow:

80.6°F

Sunrise:

06:06

Sunset:

18:17

Day Length:

12 h. 11 min.

Zanzibar in October

Minimum:

82.6°F

Average:

84.2°F

Maximum:

84.9°F

Sea water temperature in Zanzibar today

As of now, in Zanzibar, the water temperature is 80.6°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. 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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 80.4°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 78.5°F on 2022.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 80.8°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Zanzibar

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 21 80.5°F 80.0°F 79.4°F
Sep 22 80.1°F 80.1°F 79.6°F
Sep 23 80.3°F 80.2°F 79.6°F
Sep 24 80.2°F 79.7°F 79.6°F
Sep 25 80.0°F 79.8°F 79.7°F
Sep 26 80.3°F 79.6°F 79.7°F
Sep 27 80.7°F 80.1°F 79.8°F
Sep 28 80.2°F 79.4°F 79.7°F
Sep 29 80.0°F 80.3°F 79.7°F
Sep 30 80.3°F 79.9°F 79.7°F
Oct 1 80.8°F 79.8°F 79.8°F
Oct 2 80.5°F 79.5°F 79.8°F
Oct 3 80.6°F 79.5°F 79.8°F
Oct 4 81.1°F 79.6°F 80.0°F
Oct 5 80.6°F 79.0°F 79.7°F
Oct 6 80.6°F 79.1°F 79.8°F
Oct 7 80.8°F 79.5°F 79.9°F
Oct 8 80.8°F 79.1°F 79.9°F
Oct 9 80.8°F 79.2°F 79.9°F
Oct 10 80.8°F 79.1°F 79.9°F
Oct 11 80.9°F 79.6°F 80.0°F
Oct 12 81.0°F 79.9°F 80.1°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 83.9°F in Winter, 84.0°F in Spring, 79.6°F in Summer, and 80.6°F in Autumn.