Weather in Mombasa
What's the weather like in Mombasa?
Mombasa has warm year-round and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 30°C (87°F) in January to 26°C (79°F) in July, with overnight lows around 25°C (77°F) and 23°C (73°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Mombasa are May through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇰🇪 Kenya
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Nairobi
- Coordinates
- -4.043, 39.668
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 87°F | 25°C / 77°F | 23 mm | 18 | — |
| February | 31°C / 87°F | 25°C / 77°F | 16 mm | 18 | — |
| March | 31°C / 87°F | 26°C / 78°F | 79 mm | 25 | — |
| April | 29°C / 85°F | 25°C / 77°F | 230 mm | 30 | — |
| May | 28°C / 82°F | 24°C / 76°F | 251 mm | 29 | — |
| June | 27°C / 80°F | 24°C / 75°F | 93 mm | 27 | — |
| July | 26°C / 79°F | 23°C / 73°F | 79 mm | 29 | — |
| August | 27°C / 80°F | 23°C / 73°F | 59 mm | 29 | — |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 23°C / 74°F | 69 mm | 27 | — |
| October | 28°C / 83°F | 24°C / 75°F | 94 mm | 28 | — |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 24°C / 76°F | 126 mm | 29 | — |
| December | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 77°F | 89 mm | 25 | — |
Mombasa by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mombasa?
The most comfortable months in Mombasa are usually January, June, July, 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 Mombasa?
February is typically the hottest month in Mombasa, averaging a high of 31°C (87°F).
What is the coldest month in Mombasa?
August is usually the coldest, with average lows around 23°C (73°F).
Does it snow in Mombasa?
Snow is rare in Mombasa; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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