Monthly climate guide
Mombasa weather in January
Expect very hot weather in Mombasa in January: afternoons reach about 35°C (95°F), while nights drop to around 24°C (75°F). Around 22 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 2°C warmer than December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Mombasa.
- Rain is well below Mombasa's usual level (around 74% less).
- Just 240 km apart, but Mombasa runs about 3°C warmer than Lamu this month.
- Only one month is warmer in Mombasa than January.
Avg high
35°C
95°F
Avg low
24°C
75°F
Rainfall
22 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
69%
relative
Sky
53%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Mombasa weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°C / 95°F | 24°C / 75°F | 22 mm | 69% | 53% |
| February | 35°C / 96°F | 24°C / 75°F | 18 mm | 68% | 52% |
| March | 34°C / 94°F | 25°C / 76°F | 58 mm | 71% | 53% |
| April | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 75°F | 132 mm | 79% | 61% |
| May | 29°C / 84°F | 23°C / 73°F | 285 mm | 84% | 62% |
| June | 28°C / 83°F | 21°C / 71°F | 74 mm | 79% | 48% |
| July | 29°C / 83°F | 21°C / 69°F | 36 mm | 76% | 48% |
| August | 29°C / 85°F | 21°C / 70°F | 30 mm | 74% | 43% |
| September | 31°C / 87°F | 21°C / 71°F | 44 mm | 72% | 38% |
| October | 32°C / 89°F | 22°C / 72°F | 120 mm | 75% | 41% |
| November | 32°C / 89°F | 23°C / 73°F | 130 mm | 78% | 48% |
| December | 33°C / 91°F | 24°C / 74°F | 74 mm | 76% | 46% |
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
Is January a good time to visit Mombasa?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Mombasa →Other Kenya cities in January
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Mombasa in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Mombasa?
It can be, if you like heat: January highs in Mombasa are around 35°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Mombasa in January?
Average highs are about 35°C (95°F) and average lows about 24°C (75°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Mombasa in January?
Mombasa typically gets around 22 mm of rain in January — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Mombasa (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.