January · Kenya
Best time to visit Mombasa in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mombasa in January
Average temperature 28°C, 19 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 74% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
9.8/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 19 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 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 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.
January in Mombasa tops the year's climate scores
Days in January average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 74% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
With around 19 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.2 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Mombasa at 9.8/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mombasa in January?
- In January, Mombasa averages 28°C, 19 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. 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 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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