March · Kenya
Best time to visit Mombasa in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mombasa in March
Average temperature 28°C, 50 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 72% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
9.4/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 50 mm
- Humidity
- 72%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
March in Mombasa scores 9.4/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 28°C, 50 mm of rain, and roughly 30 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.
March ranks 3rd of 12 for Mombasa — one of the best windows
March averages 28°C (83°F) and humidity near 72%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Rainfall runs 50 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12 hours of daylight.
A 9.4/10 puts this among the year's best months in Mombasa (3rd of 12); only January scores higher, at 9.8/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Plan for peak pricing, with crowds are moderate. 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 March?
- In March, Mombasa averages 28°C, 50 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.4/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Mombasa?
- March 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 Mombasa in March?
- Expect about 50 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 72% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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