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Mombasa

Visit in January — score 85/100 · avg high 98°F · 5 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

#1
98°/72°F
5 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

February

#2
100°/73°F
4 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

March

99°/74°F
16 rain days
12.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

April

94°/72°F
30 rain days
11.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

88°/70°F
31 rain days
11.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

June

85°/67°F
22 rain days
11.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

July

86°/66°F
12 rain days
11.8h daylight
High crowds
Average

August

#3
87°/67°F
8 rain days
11.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

September

90°/68°F
13 rain days
12.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

October

93°/69°F
24 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

94°/71°F
30 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

December

95°/72°F
20 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January8582°98°72°51912.2hModerateAverage
February8583°100°73°41712.1hModerateAverage
March6183°99°74°166312.0hModerateBelow avg
April4580°94°72°3015311.9hModerateAverage
May4678°88°70°3125111.8hModerateAverage
June4376°85°67°228911.8hHighAbove avg
July7075°86°66°124611.8hHighAverage
August7876°87°67°83311.9hHighAverage
September7077°90°68°135112.0hModerateAverage
October4679°93°69°249412.1hModerateAverage
November4880°94°71°3011912.2hModerateBelow avg
December5481°95°72°208012.2hModerateBelow avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
55/100
High
92°F
Low
70°F
Rain days
22/mo
Crowds
moderate

Spring in Mombasa (September, October, November) brings average highs of 92°F and lows of 70°F, with about 22 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 55/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 70/100.

Summer

Score
75/100
High
98°F
Low
72°F
Rain days
10/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Mombasa (December, January, February) brings average highs of 98°F and lows of 72°F, with about 10 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 75/100, with January being the strongest month of the season at 85/100.

Fall

Score
51/100
High
94°F
Low
72°F
Rain days
26/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Mombasa (March, April, May) brings average highs of 94°F and lows of 72°F, with about 26 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 51/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 61/100.

Winter

Score
64/100
High
86°F
Low
66°F
Rain days
14/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Mombasa (June, July, August) brings average highs of 86°F and lows of 66°F, with about 14 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 64/100, with August being the strongest month of the season at 78/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Mombasa?
The best month to visit Mombasa is January, with an overall travel score of 85/100. Expect average highs of 98°F, about 5 rainy days, and moderate tourist crowds.
Is Mombasa expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Mombasa are relatively moderate, averaging 113% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is December.
What is the weather like in Mombasa in December?
December in Mombasa has average highs of 95°F and lows of 72°F, with approximately 20 rainy days and 12.2 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 54/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Mombasa?
The most affordable time to visit Mombasa is December, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in December, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is June (score: 43/100).

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