Monthly climate guide
Malindi weather in September
September in Malindi is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 31°C (87°F) and night-time lows near 23°C (73°F). The month usually brings about 38 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as August and about the same as October.
What stands out in September
- Humidity near 72% makes 31°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Just 140 km apart, but Malindi runs about 2°C warmer than Lamu this month.
- Skies are at their clearest this time of year.
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Malindi.
Avg high
31°C
87°F
Avg low
23°C
73°F
Rainfall
38 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
72%
relative
Sky
35%
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 September
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
- Sunglasses
Is September 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 September
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Malindi in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Malindi?
September is a reasonable time for Malindi: highs around 31°C and about 38 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Malindi in September?
Average highs are about 31°C (87°F) and average lows about 23°C (73°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Malindi in September?
Malindi typically gets around 38 mm of rain in September — 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.