March · Kenya
Best time to visit Watamu in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Watamu in March
Average temperature 28°C, 50 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
9.3/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 50 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Watamu scores 9.3/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 28°C, 50 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.
March in Watamu — one of the year's strongest windows (4th)
Days in March average 28°C (83°F) and humidity near 77% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 50 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12 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 9.3/10 (4th 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 March?
- In March, Watamu averages 28°C, 50 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.3/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Watamu?
- March earns a 9.3/10 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 March?
- Expect about 50 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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