Climate Insights for Ukunda
Msambweni, Kwale, Kenya
Climate Overview
The climate in Ukunda is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1,109 mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 224 mm of rainfall. Ukunda sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Ukunda is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 43.7 in of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 8.8 in of rainfall. Ukunda sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Ukunda sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 33°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.Ukunda sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 72°F to 91°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 91°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 72°F and an average of 76°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 10°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Ukunda is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,109 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 92 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 224 mm of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 15 mm. That's 209 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.Ukunda is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 43.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.6 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 8.8 in of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.6 in. That's 8.2 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.
Wind
Ukunda is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/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 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 9km/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 17km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Ukunda is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5mph 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 10mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Ukunda 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 67 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Ukunda is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.6 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 91°F. 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 Ukunda 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 Ukunda 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.