August · Kenya
Best time to visit Lamu in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lamu in August
Average temperature 26°C, 45 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
9.4/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 45 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Lamu scores 9.4/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 26°C, 45 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lamu is a Swahili island town of coral houses and donkeys, reached by boat and known for dhow sailing.
August in Lamu — one of the year's strongest windows (5th)
With 26°C (78°F) on average, August delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
With around 45 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.9 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Lamu at 9.4/10 (5th of 12), just behind January at 9.8/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lamu in August?
- In August, Lamu averages 26°C, 45 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.4/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Lamu?
- August earns a 9.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lamu in August?
- Expect about 45 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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