Malindi Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Malindi, Coast Province, Kenya. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
On average, Malindi receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 899 mm (35 in). Despite this overall moderate level, the city experiences distinct dry season during certain months throughout the year, as illustrated in the precipitation charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Malindi can be quite wet during May, receiving approximately 204 mm (8 in) of precipitation over 21 rainy days.
In contrast February, experiences much drier conditions, with 12 mm (0.5 in) of rainfall, spread across 3 rainy days.
May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Malindi Temperature page.
Explore Malindi's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Malindi spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Kenya: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Kenya. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Malindi vs World: Rainfall Compared
Malindi's average annual precipitation is 899 mm (35 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Malindi:
- Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
- Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Malindi's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Malindi Climate page.
