When is the best time to go to Mombasa?

The best time to go to Mombasa is January to March, May to December, based on the average climate estimated over 3 years.

What is the warmest month in Mombasa?

The warmest month in Mombasa is March, averaging about 28°C, based on the climate estimated over 3 years.

When does it rain the least in Mombasa?

February is the driest month in Mombasa, with about 27 mm on average.

When to go to Mombasa?

Spice sacks, carved doors and coral-stone walls define Mombasa's Old Town, where Swahili and Indian Ocean traditions have shared the same lanes for centuries. Fort Jesus stands above the harbour entrance, its coral ramparts facing the water. North and south, Nyali and Diani unroll long warm beaches, and the marine park adds reefs a short boat ride out.

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The best time to go

For the best weather in Mombasa, aim for January to March, May to December.

Month-by-month weather in Mombasa

Month	☀️ h/day	🌧️ mm	🌡️ °C	Score /100
January	11.2	60	28	80
February	11.2	27	28	82
March	11.0	74	28	79
April	8.6	278	27	52
May	10.0	116	27	71
June	10.3	93	26	74
July	10.3	106	25	72
August	10.8	71	25	78
September	11.3	59	25	81
October	11.6	66	26	81
November	10.9	189	26	68
December	11.5	165	27	73

Estimated from 3 years of data. The score (0–100) combines sunshine, dry weather, clear skies and temperature.

The climate in brief

In Mombasa, the sunniest month is October, and the driest is February (about 27 mm). Temperatures peak in March (about 28°C). Over the year, an average of 1,303 mm of rain falls, and 11 months in 12 offer ideal weather for a trip.

What to do in Mombasa?

Fort Jesus (UNESCO)
Diani and Nyali beaches
Mombasa marine park
Mombasa Old Town (Swahili quarter)

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Country: Kenya

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