Climate Insights for Kilifi

The climate in Kilifi is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1019mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 241mm of rainfall. Kilifi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Kilifi has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.

Kilifi is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1019mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 85mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 241mm of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 6mm. That's 235mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Kilifi is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 27km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 34km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 21km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 13km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 32km/h in winter, 24km/h in spring, 24km/h in summer, 28km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Kilifi, which began on March 20, 2026. Kilifi sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 24°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Kilifi is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 58mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 28°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kilifi based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.