Climate Insights for Shimoni

Kwale, Kenya

Hottest
March
28°C peak
Coldest
August
24°C low
Wettest
April
412mm rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Shimoni is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1394mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 412mm of rainfall. Shimoni sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0° 5° 10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Feb Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Mar Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Apr Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° May Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 26° Jun Max: 26° Average: 26° Min: 25° Jul Max: 25° Average: 25° Min: 24° Aug Max: 25° Average: 25° Min: 24° Sep Max: 25° Average: 25° Min: 24° Oct Max: 26° Average: 26° Min: 25° Nov Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 26° Dec Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26°
Max
Average
Min

Shimoni 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 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 1°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 26mm Feb Precipitation: 19mm Mar Precipitation: 82mm Apr Precipitation: 412mm May Precipitation: 294mm Jun Precipitation: 104mm Jul Precipitation: 67mm Aug Precipitation: 55mm Sep Precipitation: 55mm Oct Precipitation: 101mm Nov Precipitation: 105mm Dec Precipitation: 74mm
Precipitation

Shimoni is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1394mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 116mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 412mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 19mm. That's 393mm less than April, 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: 22km/h Feb Wind Speed: 21km/h Mar Wind Speed: 16km/h Apr Wind Speed: 21km/h May Wind Speed: 27km/h Jun Wind Speed: 28km/h Jul Wind Speed: 27km/h Aug Wind Speed: 23km/h Sep Wind Speed: 20km/h Oct Wind Speed: 17km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 17km/h
Wind Speed

Shimoni is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 21km/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 28km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 14km/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 26km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 20km/h in summer, 22km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

87 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Shimoni, which began on September 23, 2026. Shimoni 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. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 261mm for the season, averaging 87mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 119mm over the season and a monthly average of 40mm. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 788mm across the season with a monthly average of 263mm. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 24 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 227mm for the season, averaging 76mm per month. Winds are strong, averaging 26km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 27°
Feb 27°
Mar 28°
Apr 27°
May 26°
Jun 26°
Jul 25°
Aug 25°
Sep 25°
Oct 26°
Nov 26°
Dec 27°

The best time to visit Shimoni 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 59mm 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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Shimoni 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
27 °C
28 °C
22 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Feb
27 °C
28 °C
21 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Mar
27 °C
28 °C
16 km/h
82 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
28 °C
21 km/h
412 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
27 °C
27 km/h
294 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
26 °C
28 km/h
104 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
25 °C
27 km/h
67 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
25 °C
23 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
24 °C
25 °C
20 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
26 °C
17 km/h
101 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
27 °C
14 km/h
105 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
28 °C
17 km/h
74 mm
0 cm
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