Mombasa weather and climate in 2024
Day
29 °C
Night
23 °C
Sea
28 °C
Precipitation
261 mm
in month
Rainy days
16 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
78 %
Day
29 °C
Night
23 °C
Sea
28 °C
Precipitation
261 mm
in month
Rainy days
16 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
78 %
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Weather overview
Mombasa (Kenya) in general has a tropical climate. The day temperatures range from 28 °C (82 °F) in July to 33 °C (91 °F) in March. The driest month is February with just 2 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is May with 16 days of rain. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in March with 24 °C (76 °F), the lowest in August with 20 °C (69 °F).
January weather
There is pending tourist season in Mombasa, while the dry season slowly starts this month. The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 4 days, and the rainfall amount continues to descent as well, the value of this measure is 26 mm (1.01 in).
February weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in Mombasa. The minimum of the rainfall amount is observable, the value of this measure is 16 mm (0.65 in), and the minimum of the number of rainy days is observable as well, its value is 2 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its maximum, with its value of 9 hours. The minimum of the wind speed can be noticed, with its value being 3. The minimum of the humidity is observable in February.
March weather
The tourist season continues in Mombasa, and there is pending dry season as well. The rainfall amount rise's start could be observed in March. The day temperature reaches its maximum, its value is 33 °C (91 °F), and the night temperature is on its maximum too, the value of this measure is 24 °C (76 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent, with its value of 9 hours.
April weather
The day temperature starts to descent, its value is 31 °C (88 °F) in Mombasa, and the night temperature descent's start could be observed too in April. The number of rainy days continues to rise, its value is 13 days, and the rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month as well, with its value of 173 mm (6.79 in). There is pending tourist season. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, with its value being 8 hours.
May weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Mombasa. The descent of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 29 °C (85 °F). The rainfall amount reaches its maximum, the value of this measure is 261 mm (10.27 in), and the number of rainy days reaches its maximum too, its value is 16 days. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable, with its value being 6 hours. The maximum of the humidity is observable, with its value of 78 %.
June weather
The tourist season continues in Mombasa. The day temperature continues to descent, with its value of 29 °C (83 °F), and the descent of the night temperature can be observed as well, with its value of 22 °C (71 °F). The beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed, its value is 92 mm (3.63 in), and the beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed too in June. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 7 hours.
July weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in July in Mombasa. The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed as well, its value is 63 mm (2.47 in). The minimum of the day temperature is observable, its value is 28 °C (82 °F), while the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 21 °C (69 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 7 hours.
August weather
The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 9 days in Mombasa. The ongoing tourist season is noticeable. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed. The night temperature reaches its minimum in this month.
September weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Mombasa. The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, the value of this measure is 29 °C (84 °F), and the beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed as well, with its value being 21 °C (70 °F). The number of rainy days continues to descent. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, the value of this measure is 9 hours. The wind speed reaches its maximum, with its value being 5.
October weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable this month in Mombasa. The number of rainy days starts to rise, and the beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed as well in October. The rise of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 30 °C (86 °F), and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, the value of this measure is 22 °C (72 °F).
November weather
The tourist season is taking place in Mombasa. The day temperature continues to rise, with its value being 31 °C (87 °F), and the night temperature continues to rise as well, with its value of 23 °C (73 °F). The rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 104 mm (4.09 in), while the number of rainy days continues to rise, its value is 10 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, with its value being 9 hours.
December weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 31 °C (88 °F) in Mombasa. The tourist season is close to its peak. The beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, the value of this measure is 9 days, while the rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 71 mm (2.80 in). The day length reaches its maximum, the value of this measure is 12 hours. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed, its value is 9 hours.
FAQs
What temperature can I expect during the day in Mombasa in January?
The average daily temperature in January in Mombasa is 32 °C (89 °F). The great temperature for lying by the sea or pool and sunbathing, everywhere else you will probably be a bit hot. Don't forget to drink during the day, in these temperatures you should hydrate yourself a lot.
Is it hot in Mombasa in February?
In Mombasa in February, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
Is there a wet season in March in Mombasa?
No, there is no wet season in Mombasa in March - you can expect 7 days of rain during the month.
What is the sea temperature in Mombasa in May?
The sea will reach 28 °C (82 °F) in Mombasa in May. Seems like an ideal temperature for swimming, you can stay in the sea for a long time and enjoy it as well.
How humid is Mombasa in June?
In Mombasa in June, expect humidity around 76 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.
How windy is it in Mombasa in July?
In Mombasa in July, there will be an average wind scale of 4.
Is there a dry season in August in Mombasa?
No, August is not a dry month in Mombasa, expect rain approximately 9 days in a month.
How many sunny hours can I expect in September in Mombasa?
In September in Mombasa, you can expect around 9 hours of sunshine.
What is the air temperature in October in Mombasa at night?
The average night temperature in Mombasa in October is 22 °C (72 °F). A very pleasant temperature for long evening walks, fun over a drink outside, or doing sports in the morning. If possible, look for a hotel with air conditioning.
How many rainy days can I expect in November in Mombasa?
There are 10 days, which are rainy in Mombasa in November, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.4 days of the week, or in general - 35 % days.
Are there good conditions to visit in Mombasa in December?
December is a good month to visit Mombasa. The temperature during the day will be nice 31 °C (88 °F). The temperature of the sea will be perfect at 28 °C (82 °F). At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 23 °C (74 °F). You can expect just 9 days of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary.
We make the most from 40 years of historical weather data to predict the best weather conditions.
Deciding on where to go for a holiday is hard sometimes. Get inspired by the most popular destinations.
We aggregate data from combining multiple weather sources to ensure accuracy of the highest order.