The month in detail
What to expect in August
In August, Mombasa sees 79°F during the day with 7.9h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 26% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
August is the best month of the year in Mombasa. Compared to July: 6 pts fewer rainy days, +1.1h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in August
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
muggy at times
21°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 24
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Is August the right month?
August is actually the best month of the year in Mombasa. Good timing.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Kenya
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyShilling kényan (KSh)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 88°F
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 79°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMay · 45%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Mombasa ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
KenyaEquatorial tropical climate with a 8.3 → 5.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
4.04°S · 39.67°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mombasa?
August is the best month with 79°F highs, 73°F lows, 7.9h of sunshine and 26.0% rainy days. The months of August & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Mombasa get in August?
Mombasa averages 7.9 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Mombasa?
May is the most unfavourable month with May has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Mombasa in August?
In August, overnight lows reach 73°F, while afternoon highs average 79°F.
Is Mombasa good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Mombasa scores 5.9/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 7.9/10.
When should you avoid Mombasa?
May is the most difficult month to visit Mombasa, with May has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Mombasa in August?
In August, the sea averages 80°F in Mombasa: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Mombasa in August?
The average UV index reaches 8 in August in Mombasa (very high), with about 11.9h of daylight. Protection essential.