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Old Fort of Zanzibar

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Old Fort of Zanzibar

Zanzibar City, Tanzania
Best timeJun–Aug & Oct
Set inZanzibar City, Tanzania
In season~81°F high
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

72–88°F
CurrencyTZS
LanguageSwahili
TimezoneUTC+03:00
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Map showing the location of Old Fort of Zanzibar
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Historical monthly weather
Sunny share of daylightSep · 60%
WarmestFeb · 88°F
WettestApr
Best windowJun–Aug & Oct
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The Old Fort, also known as the Arab Fort and by other names, is a fortification located in Stone Town, the capital of Zanzibar. It is the oldest building and a major visitor attraction of Stone Town. It is located on the main seafront, adjacent to another landmark building of the city, the House of Wonders, and facing the Forodhani Gardens.

Best time to visit

Two separate windows work best: Jun–Aug & Oct. Pick the one that matches what you came for.

Pairs well with

Changuu Island
3 mi away
Diani Beach
133 mi away
Nyerere National Park
231 mi away
Tsavo East National Park
235 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Old Fort of Zanzibar?

The best time to visit Old Fort of Zanzibar is June–August & October, in Zanzibar City, Tanzania.

Where is Old Fort of Zanzibar?

Old Fort of Zanzibar is in Zanzibar City, Tanzania.

What is Old Fort of Zanzibar known for?

The Old Fort, also known as the Arab Fort and by other names, is a fortification located in Stone Town, the capital of Zanzibar. It is the oldest building and a major visitor attraction of Stone Town. It is located on the main seafront, adjacent to another landmark building of the city, the House of Wonders, and facing the Forodhani Gardens.

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