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Sun & Beach Potential

81/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

September, August, October

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Avoid

April, May, November

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Weather

25°C – 29°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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Tip for your trip

The best months for a sun and beach holiday in Watamu are from September, August, October. If you're planning to travel during this period, it's a good idea to arrange your stay early — especially in popular beach areas.

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See at a glance which months offer the best sun & beach conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.

Sun & Beach conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Watamu

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
73Good
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
28°23
February
71Good
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
28°19
March
62Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
29°60
April
53Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
28°129
May
57Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 68Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
27°213
June
70Good
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°100
July
73Good
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°57
August
76Good
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°45
September
81Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°39
October
75Good
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°65
November
63Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°104
December
67Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
28°63

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Watamu

When is the best time to visit Watamu for sun & beach?

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The best time to visit Watamu for sun & beach is typically in September, August, October, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Watamu?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Watamu, making it a year-round destination for sun & beach.

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