December · Kenya
Best time to visit Watamu in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Watamu in December
Average temperature 28°C, 86 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.6/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 86 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Watamu scores 8.6/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 86 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Watamu sits inside a marine park of coral gardens, mangroves, and dhow sails on Kenya's north coast. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
December is one of the strongest months in Watamu (7th)
Days in December average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 80% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 86 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.2 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Watamu at 8.6/10 (7th of 12), just behind January at 9.7/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Watamu in December?
- In December, Watamu averages 28°C, 86 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.6/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Watamu?
- December earns a 8.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Watamu in December?
- Expect about 86 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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