Best Time to Visit Mombasa
Best time: Feb, Jan, Sep, Aug.
Mar is warmest (32.5°C high); May is rainiest (267 mm).
Mombasa weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31.4 | 23.1 | 29 | 8.3 |
| Feb | 32 | 23.1 | 14 | 8.8 |
| Mar | 32.5 | 23.9 | 49 | 8.6 |
| Apr | 31.2 | 23.8 | 168 | 7.4 |
| May | 29.4 | 22.5 | 267 | 6.5 |
| Jun | 28.5 | 21.4 | 92 | 6.6 |
| Jul | 27.7 | 20.4 | 73 | 6.5 |
| Aug | 27.9 | 20.4 | 66 | 7.2 |
| Sep | 28.7 | 20.9 | 62 | 7.9 |
| Oct | 29.7 | 21.9 | 98 | 8.3 |
| Nov | 30.6 | 22.9 | 94 | 8.2 |
| Dec | 31.2 | 23.1 | 68 | 8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: FebJanSepAug
Beaches: FebJanMarSep
Hiking: FebJan
Sightseeing: FebAugSepJan
Mombasa quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Mar): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (Apr, May, Jun, Oct, Nov): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mombasa?
Feb, Jan, Sep, Aug.
What is the rainiest month?
May, about 267 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Mar, with average highs of 32.5°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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