Kilifi Climate by Month
Kilifi has a steady warm climate throughout the year.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average day and night temperature
The temperature in Kilifi remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in March to a comfortable 28°C in August. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 23°C in August.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Kilifi has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 968 mm of rainfall annually. The seasons in Kilifi, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, May, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 205 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 20 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 19 mm over 3 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Kilifi enjoys sunny spells year-round. October sees up to 9.2 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. May, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.7 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Kilifi.
Relative humidity over the year
The best time of year to visit Kilifi in Kenya
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, August and September.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in April and May.
March has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
May tops the wettest month list with 205 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 19 mm of precipitation.
October is the sunniest month with an average of 275 hours of sunshine.
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