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Coast Province Weather & Climate: Kenya

Climate by month across Coast Province, Kenya, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Coast Province

When planning a visit to Coast Province in Kenya, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from 27°C (81°F) in July up to 32°C (90°F) during the peak of March. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Diani Beach, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Coast Province, no particular months stand out for consistently comfortable weather, as average temperatures fluctuate year-round.

The hottest season always takes place in January, February and March.

When it comes to rainfall, Coast Province sees significant variations throughout the year. May tends to be the wettest, receiving 258 mm (10 in) of rain, while February is much drier with just 21 mm (0.8 in).

October is the sunniest period, with ideal conditions for exploring the region and all it has to offer.

Explore Coast Province by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Coast Province — and find the best time to visit. (based on Diani Beach)

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Diani Beach Mombasa Malindi Watamu Mtwapa Shanzu
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Climate map of Coast Province

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Diani Beach 27°C (81°F) 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 26°C (79°F) 1139 mm (45 in) 2,936 hours
Mombasa 28°C (82°F) 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 26°C (79°F) 991 mm (39 in) 2,936 hours
Malindi 28°C (82°F) 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 26°C (79°F) 899 mm (35 in)
Watamu 28°C (82°F) 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 26°C (79°F) 921 mm (36 in)
Mtwapa 28°C (82°F) 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 26°C (79°F) 1003 mm (39 in) 2,936 hours
Shanzu 28°C (82°F) 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 26°C (79°F) 1014 mm (40 in) 2,936 hours

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