Weather in Lamu
What's the weather like in Lamu?
Lamu has warm year-round and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 30°C (86°F) in January to 27°C (80°F) in July, with overnight lows around 25°C (77°F) and 24°C (75°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Lamu are June through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇰🇪 Kenya
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Nairobi
- Coordinates
- -2.272, 40.902
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 77°F | 14 mm | 4 | — |
| February | 30°C / 87°F | 25°C / 78°F | 5 mm | 2 | — |
| March | 31°C / 88°F | 26°C / 79°F | 34 mm | 7 | — |
| April | 30°C / 86°F | 26°C / 79°F | 130 mm | 21 | — |
| May | 28°C / 83°F | 25°C / 77°F | 203 mm | 24 | — |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 25°C / 76°F | 85 mm | 17 | — |
| July | 27°C / 80°F | 24°C / 75°F | 55 mm | 16 | — |
| August | 27°C / 81°F | 24°C / 75°F | 45 mm | 15 | — |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 24°C / 75°F | 36 mm | 14 | — |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 25°C / 77°F | 68 mm | 14 | — |
| November | 29°C / 85°F | 25°C / 78°F | 123 mm | 19 | — |
| December | 30°C / 86°F | 26°C / 78°F | 46 mm | 12 | — |
Lamu by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Lamu?
The most comfortable months in Lamu are usually January, February, August, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Lamu?
March is typically the hottest month in Lamu, averaging a high of 31°C (88°F).
What is the coldest month in Lamu?
August is usually the coldest, with average lows around 24°C (75°F).
Does it snow in Lamu?
Snow is rare in Lamu; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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