January · Kenya
Best time to visit Mombasa in JanuaryWeather, crowds & prices
January score
9.8/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 19 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Sunny days
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Mombasa scores 9.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 28°C, 19 mm of rain, and roughly 28 sunny days this month.
Swahili old town and Indian Ocean reefs feel finest in July-September.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mombasa in January?
- In January, Mombasa averages 28°C, 19 mm of rain, and about 28 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 9.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Mombasa?
- January earns a 9.8/10 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 January?
- Expect about 19 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 74% and there are about 28 sunny days.
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