Lamu Town

Lamu Island Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Lamu Island, Kenya in April.

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Lamu Town Shela Village

Planning a journey to Lamu Island, 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 Lamu Island in April

Lamu Island, Kenya is a region in Kenya. April in Lamu Island generally has very warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) in Lamu Town. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Lamu Island, Kenya, check out the map below.

Precipitation

April is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 121 mm (4.8 in) in Lamu Town.

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Best Places to Visit in Lamu Island in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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 Lamu Island

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

Temperature range in Lamu Island (April)

Precipitation variation in Lamu Island (April)

Lamu Town

In April Lamu Town generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
204 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Lamu Town →

Shela Village

In April Shela Village generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Shela Village →

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

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Lamu Island in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lamu Town 31°C (88°F) 27°C (81°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Shela Village 31°C (88°F) 27°C (81°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)

Lamu Island weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lamu Island, Kenya in April?

In April, Lamu Island, Kenya generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Lamu Town sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 27°C (81°F).

What is the average temperature in Lamu Island, Kenya in April?

Lamu Town averages a daytime maximum of 31°C (88°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 27°C (81°F).

Does Lamu Island, Kenya get a lot of rain in April?

Yes, April tends to be a wetter month in Lamu Island, Kenya. Average rainfall in Lamu Town sits around 121 mm (4.8 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Lamu Island, Kenya?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Lamu Town, April might be a good time to visit Lamu Island, Kenya. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Lamu Town. On the other hand, the month of May tends to have poor weather conditions.

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