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Shimoni Weather in April
April in Shimoni brings very high temperatures around 30°C (86°F) during the day, dropping to 25°C (77°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 223 mm (8.8 in) for the month.
Rainfall in Shimoni in April
Rain is expected on roughly 16 days, totalling around 223 mm (8.8 in) for the month. Expect frequent rainfall this month, and not just light drizzle. When it rains, it tends to come down hard.
Temperature in Shimoni in April
In April, Shimoni gets very high temperatures, with highs of 30°C (86°F). Nights cool to around 25°C (77°F). Indoor breaks or shaded spots can make the warmer part of the day much more comfortable. With lows around 25°C (77°F), the nights are warm enough that a sheet is usually all you need for bedding.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Shimoni. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Shimoni Temperature in April
Min Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
223 mm (8.8 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
78% *
* Data from: Tanga, Tanzania (59 KM, 37 Miles).
Shimoni Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Shimoni typically stay consistent throughout April, with daily highs averaging around 30°C (86°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 25°C (77°F).
Average temperatures in April
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in April
Historical weather records for Shimoni in April
Browse day-by-day weather records for Shimoni spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Shimoni historical weather extremes in April
Based on weather observations in Shimoni between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during April.
- The hottest April day on record in Shimoni reached 35°C (95°F) (April 18, 2019).
- On April 22, 2026, Shimoni saw its coldest April day with temperatures maxing out at 26°C (79°F).
- Shimoni registered its coldest April night on April 30, 2017, with temperatures dropping to 22°C (72°F).
Best Places in Kenya in April
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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).
What to Wear in Shimoni in April
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in April. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in Shimoni in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping7/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
Shimoni 3-Day Forecast
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