Shanzu weather in August (Coast Region, Kenya)

Planning a trip to Shanzu in August? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Shanzu, August is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 28°C. But by evening, they drop to around 23°C.

Shanzu in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see rainfall.

With around 248 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Shanzu, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 25°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 62 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 248 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Mombasa, Kenya (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in Kenya in August

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

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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 Shanzu in August?

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 in August.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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