Best Time to Visit Mombasa, Coast, Kenya
Mombasa is at its sunniest and driest in January–February.
The best time to visit Mombasa for sunny, dry weather is January–February — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through July–September and December–March; the wetter half falls in April–June and October–November. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 24.1°C / 75.4°F in July to 28.2°C / 82.8°F in March, with rainfall from 16 mm / 0.6 in (February) to 283 mm / 11.1 in (May). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mombasa, Coast, Kenya's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Mombasa's climate is broadly consistently warm. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.2°C81°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| February | 27.5°C81.5°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mombasa?
The best time to visit Mombasa for sunny, dry weather is January, February. At the city itself, the warmest month is March averaging 28.2°C / 82.8°F, and the driest is February with about 16 mm / 0.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mombasa's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Mombasa?
The rainy season at Mombasa, Coast runs through April–June and October–November, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 75 mm / 3 in. The wettest single month is May (283 mm / 11.1 in).
What is the driest month in Mombasa?
The driest month in Mombasa is February, averaging about 16 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 27.5°C / 81.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Mombasa?
The least comfortable months for travel to Mombasa — based on point-value climate at the city — are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 283 mm / 11.1 in in May, and the coldest month averages 24.1°C / 75.4°F.
Is Mombasa climate different from Kenya overall?
Yes, usually. Our Mombasa figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Kenya figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Mombasa specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.