Diani Beach, KenyaQuick decision
When to visit Diani Beach?
🌞 Best time overall
January
🌡️ Optimal temperature
25°C–30°C in January
🌧 Least rain
34% rainy days in January
🌧 Wettest month
April (84%)
📅 Best score
8.0/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Beach & RelaxationJanuary–March or July–October — white sand, palm trees and turquoise water.
Diving & SnorkellingOctober–March — Kisite-Mpunguti reef, dolphins and turtles.
Coastal SafariJune–October — Shimba Hills 30 min away, elephants and antelopes.
KitesurfingJanuary–March — constant wind, flat lagoon waters.
Monthly climate data
Diani Beach weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 25°C | 30°C | 34% | 1.5 | 11.6h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 25°C | 31°C | 31% | 1.0 | 11.6h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 25°C | 31°C | 49% | 2.4 | 11.3h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ April | 24°C | 29°C | 84% | 7.9 | 11.0h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ May | 24°C | 28°C | 78% | 8.8 | 11.0h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ June | 23°C | 27°C | 76% | 3.9 | 11.0h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ July | 22°C | 26°C | 78% | 2.9 | 11.0h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ August | 22°C | 26°C | 74% | 2.3 | 11.0h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ September | 23°C | 27°C | 73% | 2.8 | 11.4h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ October | 23°C | 28°C | 66% | 4.6 | 11.9h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ November | 24°C | 29°C | 72% | 3.6 | 12.0h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ December | 24°C | 30°C | 64% | 3.3 | 11.8h | 7.3/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 29°C, 70% rainy days, 11.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 26°C, 76% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 28°C, 70% rainy days, 11.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 30°C, 43% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.7/10.
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FAQ
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January is ideal with 34% rainy days and 30°C.
April is the wettest month with 84% rainy days.
Yes, January is the best month with an average of 30°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.7/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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