April · Kenya
Best time to visit Mombasa in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mombasa in April
Average temperature 27°C, 237 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
6.8/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 237 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
April in Mombasa scores 6.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 237 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mombasa's Swahili old town, dhow harbour and Indian Ocean beaches make it Kenya's coastal capital.
April in Mombasa: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Days in April average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 81% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 237 mm, but with about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 6.8/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Mombasa — 3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mombasa in April?
- In April, Mombasa averages 27°C, 237 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.8/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Mombasa?
- April earns a 6.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Mombasa in April?
- Expect about 237 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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