Average Monthly Sunshine in Mombasa

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Mombasa receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Mombasa vary. From a high of 275 hours in October, to a low of 202 hours in May, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2936 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between October (9.2 hours per day) and May (6.7 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

Mombasa’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Mombasa enjoys an average of 2936 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Other climate information

May, Mombasa’s wettest month, receives 23 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 33°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Mombasa Precipitation page.