Climate Insights for Mombasa

The climate in Mombasa is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1,052 mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 236 mm of rainfall. Mombasa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Mombasa is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 41.4 in of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 9.3 in of rainfall. Mombasa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Mombasa has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.Mombasa has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 14°F range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 88°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 74°F and an average of 77°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows.

Mombasa is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,052 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 88 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 236 mm of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 11 mm. That's 225 mm 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.Mombasa is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 41.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.5 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 9.3 in of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.4 in. That's 8.9 in 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.

Mombasa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/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 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 12km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 21km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.Mombasa is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 14mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.

The best time to visit Mombasa is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 59 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Mombasa is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 77°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.3 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 88°F. 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 Mombasa 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mombasa based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.