Mombasa, KenyaQuick decision
When to visit Mombasa?
🌞 Best time overall
January
🌡️ Optimal temperature
25°C–30°C in January
🌧 Least rain
29% rainy days in January
🌧 Wettest month
April (90%)
📅 Best score
8.2/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Diani & Nyali beachesJan–Mar or Jul–Oct — white sand, turquoise water, reefs.
Fort JesusYear-round — 1593 Portuguese UNESCO fortress, museum.
Diving & snorkelingOct–Mar — Kisite-Mpunguti marine park, turtles, dolphins.
Swahili cuisineYear-round — Mombasa biryani, pilau, spiced seafood.
Monthly climate data
Mombasa weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 25°C | 30°C | 29% | 1.3 | 11.6h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 25°C | 31°C | 27% | 0.8 | 11.6h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 26°C | 31°C | 52% | 2.6 | 11.2h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 25°C | 29°C | 90% | 9.1 | 11.0h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ May | 24°C | 28°C | 76% | 8.2 | 11.0h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ June | 24°C | 27°C | 68% | 3.7 | 11.0h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ July | 23°C | 26°C | 71% | 2.7 | 11.0h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ August | 23°C | 26°C | 70% | 2.1 | 11.0h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ September | 23°C | 27°C | 70% | 2.4 | 11.4h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ October | 24°C | 28°C | 65% | 3.6 | 11.9h | 7.6/10 |
| ⛅ November | 24°C | 29°C | 76% | 4.1 | 12.0h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ December | 25°C | 30°C | 67% | 3.6 | 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, 73% rainy days, 11.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 26°C, 70% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
🍂 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, 41% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.9/10.
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FAQ
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January is ideal with 29% rainy days and 30°C.
April is the wettest month with 90% rainy days.
Yes, January is the best month with an average of 30°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.9/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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