Mombasa

City · 🇰🇪 Kenya

Population 1,208,333

Area 228 km²

Time zone Africa/Nairobi

Official website www.mombasa.go.ke

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Mombasa County Essentials

Mombasa County centers on the UNESCO-listed Fort Jesus, a 16th-century Italian-designed fortification, and the iconic M-shaped aluminum tusks on Moi Avenue. The city’s diverse religious architecture includes the neo-Gothic Holy Ghost Cathedral, the mosque-inspired Anglican Memorial Cathedral, and ornate Hindu and Jain temples. Beyond the historic Old Town, visitors can explore the reclaimed ecosystems of Haller Park, visit Africa’s largest crocodile farm at Mamba Village, or access the white sands of Nyali Beach. The Likoni Ferry provides essential transport across the Kilindini Harbour to the southern mainland.

Best Places to Stay in Mombasa

Mombasa’s accommodation landscape spans from the historic city center to the white sands of the North Coast. This selection includes the historic Sentrim Castle Royal Hotel on Moi Avenue and the modern English Point Marina, which offers views across the water to Fort Jesus. Budget-friendly options like CDH Backpackers sit alongside self-catering apartments in Nyali and full-service beachfront resorts. Many central properties, such as the Royal Court and Suhufi Palace, provide easy access to the railway station and local markets.

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Climate & when to visit

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Typical weather in January

Good

31° (feels like 33°) · extremes 24°–33°
25° at night
6 rainy days
16 sunny days
8 hours of sunshine per day
Oppressive humidity
Light breeze
28°C · warm for swimming
UV index 11 · extreme

Typical weather in February

Good

32° (feels like 34°) · extremes 23°–33°
25° at night
4 rainy days
16 sunny days
8 hours of sunshine per day
Oppressive humidity
Light breeze
28°C · warm for swimming
UV index 12 · extreme

Typical weather in March

Poor

32° (feels like 35°) · extremes 24°–33°
25° at night
16 rainy days
18 sunny days
8 hours of sunshine per day
Oppressive humidity
Calm winds
29°C · warm for swimming
UV index 12 · extreme

Typical weather in April

Poor

30° (feels like 32°) · extremes 24°–32°
25° at night
27 rainy days
12 sunny days
7 hours of sunshine per day
Oppressive humidity
Light breeze
29°C · warm for swimming
UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in May

Poor

28° (feels like 29°) · extremes 23°–30°
24° at night
25 rainy days
10 sunny days
6 hours of sunshine per day
Oppressive humidity
Light breeze
28°C · warm for swimming
UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in June

Fair

27° · extremes 22°–28°
23° at night
23 rainy days
8 sunny days
7 hours of sunshine per day
Muggy, humid air
Light breeze
27°C · warm for swimming
UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in July

Fair

26° (feels like 27°) · extremes 21°–28°
23° at night
23 rainy days
9 sunny days
7 hours of sunshine per day
Muggy, humid air
Light breeze
26°C · warm for swimming
UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in August

Fair

27° · extremes 21°–28°
22° at night
20 rainy days
10 sunny days
7 hours of sunshine per day
Muggy, humid air
Light breeze
26°C · warm for swimming
UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in September

Fair

28° (feels like 29°) · extremes 22°–29°
23° at night
18 rainy days
15 sunny days
8 hours of sunshine per day
Muggy, humid air
Light breeze
26°C · warm for swimming
UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in October

Fair

29° (feels like 31°) · extremes 22°–31°
23° at night
18 rainy days
18 sunny days
8 hours of sunshine per day
Oppressive humidity
Light breeze
27°C · warm for swimming
UV index 11 · extreme

Typical weather in November

Poor

30° (feels like 33°) · extremes 23°–31°
24° at night
22 rainy days
18 sunny days
9 hours of sunshine per day
Oppressive humidity
Calm winds
28°C · warm for swimming
UV index 11 · extreme

Typical weather in December

Poor

31° (feels like 34°) · extremes 23°–32°
25° at night
18 rainy days
19 sunny days
9 hours of sunshine per day
Oppressive humidity
Calm winds
28°C · warm for swimming
UV index 11 · extreme

Climate data: NASA POWER + Copernicus ERA5-Land and ERA5 · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency: Kenyan Shilling KES KSh · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Electricity: Type G
240 V · 50 Hz

Languages: English, Swahili
Tap water: Not safe to drink
Driving side: Left
Calling code: +254

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