Climate Insights for Kiwayu Airport

, Lamu, Kenya

Hottest
March
29°C peak
Coldest
August
24°C low
Wettest
May
221mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kiwayu Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 725mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 221mm of rainfall. Kiwayu Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 26° Feb Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 26° Mar Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Apr Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° May Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Jun Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Jul Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 24° Aug Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 24° Sep Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Oct Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Nov Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Dec Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 26°
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Average
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Kiwayu Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°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 2°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 7mm Feb Precipitation: 1mm Mar Precipitation: 17mm Apr Precipitation: 140mm May Precipitation: 221mm Jun Precipitation: 71mm Jul Precipitation: 48mm Aug Precipitation: 38mm Sep Precipitation: 34mm Oct Precipitation: 52mm Nov Precipitation: 74mm Dec Precipitation: 21mm
Precipitation

Kiwayu Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 725mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 60mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 221mm of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1mm. That's 219mm 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.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 27km/h Feb Wind Speed: 25km/h Mar Wind Speed: 23km/h Apr Wind Speed: 22km/h May Wind Speed: 27km/h Jun Wind Speed: 29km/h Jul Wind Speed: 29km/h Aug Wind Speed: 28km/h Sep Wind Speed: 26km/h Oct Wind Speed: 23km/h Nov Wind Speed: 19km/h Dec Wind Speed: 22km/h
Wind Speed

Kiwayu Airport is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 25km/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 29km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 19km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 10km/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 29km/h in winter, 23km/h in spring, 25km/h in summer, 24km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Kiwayu Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Kiwayu Airport 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 24°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 160mm for the season, averaging 53mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 30mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 25km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 378mm across the season with a monthly average of 126mm. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 24 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 157mm for the season, averaging 52mm per month. Winds are strong, averaging 29km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kiwayu Airport 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
26 °C
29 °C
27 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
29 °C
25 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
27 °C
29 °C
23 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
29 °C
22 km/h
140 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
28 °C
27 km/h
221 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
27 °C
29 km/h
71 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
26 °C
29 km/h
48 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
26 °C
28 km/h
38 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
27 °C
26 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
27 °C
23 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
74 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
29 °C
22 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
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