What is the current water temperature in Zanzibar?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Zanzibar?

As of now, in Zanzibar, the water temperature is 28.63°C. 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.

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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.

83.5

°F

May 19, 17:51

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

83.1°F

Tomorrow:

83.5°F

Sunrise:

06:25

Sunset:

18:14

Day Length:

11 h. 49 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 83.5°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 1.3°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 83.1°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 81.6°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

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 83.3°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
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	83.1°F
May 8	83.5°F	83.2°F	82.8°F
May 9	83.3°F	82.9°F	82.7°F
May 10	83.4°F	82.5°F	82.5°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
May 15	83.2°F	83.1°F	82.5°F
May 16	83.4°F	83.1°F	82.4°F
May 17	83.0°F	83.1°F	82.3°F
May 18	83.1°F	82.9°F	82.3°F
May 19	83.5°F	83.1°F	82.3°F
May 20	83.5°F	82.7°F	82.2°F
May 21	83.5°F	83.1°F	82.2°F
May 22	83.3°F	82.9°F	82.0°F
May 23	83.3°F	82.7°F	82.0°F
May 24	83.3°F	83.0°F	82.0°F
May 25	83.3°F	82.9°F	82.0°F
May 26	83.1°F	83.1°F	81.8°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.