Watamu

Coast Province Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Coast Province, Kenya in April.

Planning a journey to Coast Province, Kenya this April and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Coast Province in April

Coast Province, Kenya is a region in Kenya. April in Coast Province generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Bura at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Koito at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Koito and 20°C (68°F) in Bura. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

To explore the conditions in Coast Province, Kenya in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Koito with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to heavy rainfall in Shimoni with 223 mm (8.8 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in April. Diani Beach typically receives 224 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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)

Best Places to Visit in Coast Province in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Coast Province.

perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Coast Province

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Coast Province, Kenya?

Temperature range in Coast Province (April)

Precipitation variation in Coast Province (April)

Diani Beach

In April Diani Beach generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
272 hours
224 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
258 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Malindi

In April Malindi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
204 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
14 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Watamu

In April Watamu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
202 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
14 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Mombasa

In April Mombasa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
272 hours
224 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
14 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Mtwapa

In April Mtwapa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
272 hours
224 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
14 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Coast Province, in Kenya.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Coast Province in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Diani Beach 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 189 mm (7.4 in)
Mombasa 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Malindi 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Watamu 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Mtwapa 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Shanzu 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 153 mm (6 in)

Coast Province weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Coast Province, Kenya in April?

In April, Coast Province, Kenya generally has poor weather conditions. Diani Beach sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Coast Province, Kenya in April?

In Diani Beach, the average daytime high in April is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Coast Province, Kenya get a lot of rain in April?

Yes. April brings heavy rainfall to Coast Province, Kenya, with Diani Beach averaging around 189 mm (7.4 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Coast Province, Kenya?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Coast Province, Kenya due to the typically unpleasant weather in Diani Beach.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Diani Beach. On the other hand, the month of April tends to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Coast Province.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Kenya? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Kenya.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.