Dar es Salaam vs Zanzibar

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Zanzibar edges ahead as the better destination in November. Zanzibar offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 18 rain days, while Dar es Salaam sees 11 sunshine hours and 18 rain days.

Dar es Salaam can feel quite hot at 30°C, so plan for heat. Zanzibar runs hot at 29°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in November. Zanzibar receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Dar es Salaam reaches an average high of 30°C (86°F) and drops to 24°C (75°F) at night during November. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Zanzibar averages 29°C (84°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Southern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in November.

Dar es Salaam receives approximately 88 mm of rainfall across 18 rain days during November. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Zanzibar sees 87 mm over 18 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.