December · Kenya
Best time to visit Lamu in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lamu in December
Average temperature 28°C, 57 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
9.2/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 57 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Lamu scores 9.2/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 28°C, 57 mm of rain, and roughly 30 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.
December in Lamu — one of the year's strongest windows (6th)
Days in December average 28°C (83°F) and humidity near 77% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 57 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.1 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Lamu at 9.2/10 (6th of 12), just behind January at 9.8/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lamu in December?
- In December, Lamu averages 28°C, 57 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.2/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Lamu?
- December earns a 9.2/10 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 December?
- Expect about 57 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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