Diani Beach · AutumnMonth summary
Diani Beach weather in October
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
23°C – 28°C
🌧 Rainy days
66% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.9h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.5/10
📅 📅 Best month
January (8.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Diani Beach in October?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: October is a good time to visit Diani Beach. January remains slightly better (+0.5 pts).
By trip type
Diani Beach in October by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in October
🎯 Water at 25°C and lively beaches — October is peak swimming season in Diani Beach Autumn in Diani Beach is often underrated: 28°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. With 66% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if January (8.0/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | 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
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In October, Diani Beach averages 28°C, 66% rainy days and 11.9h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.5/10.
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Comparison
October vs January (best month)
The best month is January (score 8.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +2°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -32%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Diani Beach in October
Is October a good time to visit Diani Beach?
October is an excellent time to visit Diani Beach (score 7.5/10). With 28°C, 11.9h of sunshine and 66% rain, conditions are very favourable.
Does it rain a lot in Diani Beach in October?
Yes, 66% of days see rain in October. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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