Lamu Town

Lamu Island Weather in October

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

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Lamu Town Shela Village

Planning a getaway to Lamu Island, Kenya this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Lamu Island in October

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

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°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.

For specific regional insights in Lamu Island, Kenya, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

October is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 73 mm (2.9 in) in Lamu Town.

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Best Places to Visit in Lamu Island in October

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Lamu Island, Kenya?

Temperature range in Lamu Island (October)

Precipitation variation in Lamu Island (October)

Lamu Town

In October Lamu Town generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Lamu Town →

Shela Village

In October Shela Village generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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 October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lamu Town 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Shela Village 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)

Lamu Island weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Lamu Island, Kenya typically experiences tolerable weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Lamu Town average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Lamu Island, Kenya during October range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Lamu Town.

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

October is on the drier side in Lamu Island, Kenya. Lamu Town averages only about 73 mm (2.9 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Lamu Island, Kenya with overall pleasant weather in Lamu Town. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Lamu Town. In contrast, May tends to have poor weather conditions.

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