Mtwapa weather in August (Coast Region, Kenya)

Will it be warm or cold in Mtwapa this August? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

The weather in Mtwapa is usually perfect in August, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 28°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 23°C.

Precipitation

Mtwapa in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 60 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 13 days with rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 248 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Mtwapa. January, February, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Mtwapa, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Water Temperature 25°C *  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 60 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 248 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Mombasa, Kenya (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in Kenya in August

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

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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 25°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.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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