Monthly climate guide
Malindi weather in March
Expect very hot weather in Malindi in March: afternoons reach about 34°C (93°F), while nights drop to around 26°C (78°F). Around 48 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as February and 2°C warmer than April.
What stands out in March
- Only one month is warmer in Malindi than March.
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 26°C — air-conditioning helps.
- Just 140 km apart, but Malindi runs about 2°C warmer than Lamu this month.
- Outdoor swimming weather: around 34°C, mostly dry and sunny.
Avg high
34°C
93°F
Avg low
26°C
78°F
Rainfall
48 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
71%
relative
Sky
43%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Malindi weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°C / 92°F | 24°C / 76°F | 21 mm | 71% | 41% |
| February | 34°C / 93°F | 25°C / 76°F | 14 mm | 70% | 37% |
| March | 34°C / 93°F | 26°C / 78°F | 48 mm | 71% | 43% |
| April | 32°C / 89°F | 26°C / 78°F | 109 mm | 77% | 54% |
| May | 30°C / 85°F | 24°C / 76°F | 221 mm | 81% | 56% |
| June | 29°C / 85°F | 23°C / 74°F | 63 mm | 76% | 45% |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 23°C / 73°F | 32 mm | 72% | 44% |
| August | 30°C / 85°F | 23°C / 73°F | 25 mm | 72% | 38% |
| September | 31°C / 87°F | 23°C / 73°F | 38 mm | 72% | 35% |
| October | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 75°F | 99 mm | 75% | 38% |
| November | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 76°F | 145 mm | 78% | 41% |
| December | 32°C / 90°F | 25°C / 76°F | 88 mm | 76% | 35% |
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is March a good time to visit Malindi?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Malindi →Other Kenya cities in March
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Malindi in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Malindi?
It can be, if you like heat: March highs in Malindi are around 34°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Malindi in March?
Average highs are about 34°C (93°F) and average lows about 26°C (78°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Malindi in March?
Malindi typically gets around 48 mm of rain in March — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Malindi (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.