Lamu Town

Lamu Island Weather in December

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

Considering a trip to Lamu Island, Kenya this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Lamu Island in December

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Lamu Town. 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 Lamu Island, Kenya in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 45 mm (1.8 in) in Lamu Town.

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Best Places to Visit in Lamu Island in December

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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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Lamu Island, Kenya?

Temperature range in Lamu Island (December)

Precipitation variation in Lamu Island (December)

Lamu Town

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

November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Shela Village

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

November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lamu Town 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Shela Village 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)

Lamu Island weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, Lamu Island, Kenya generally has tolerable weather conditions. Lamu Town sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 26°C (79°F).

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

Lamu Town averages a daytime maximum of 31°C (88°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Lamu Island, Kenya during December, with Lamu Town averaging close to 45 mm (1.8 in).

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Lamu Town, December 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, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Lamu Town. The weather in May, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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