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Mombasa weather in December (Coast Region, Kenya)

Looking to travel to Mombasa in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Mombasa generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 32°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Mombasa in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 258 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January, February, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mombasa climate page with graphs.

 

Mombasa, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 68 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 80%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 258 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Kenya in December

Find out more about the weather in Kenya in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Mombasa in December?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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