Temperature
Warm by day, warm at night.
82°Ftypical Aug high
Watamu
Kenya · Africa
Watamu is most comfortable in the drier months around June to September. Typical daytime highs run about 81-89°F year-round. The climate is hot and humid. The wetter months are roughly April to May.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
74°F to 89°F
Rain
13 days/mo
Sunshine
11.2 h/day
Humidity feel
Humid year-round
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
Frequent light showers across the month.
42%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Plenty of sun this month.
11.1 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Humid air is present through much of the month.
100%Aug · Heat feel
Warm airHumid airVery humid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 80° and nights feel near 75°.
ComfortableWarmHotNight shading
Sea temperature
78°Aug sea temp
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Partly cloudy across the month.
46%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 80°F, easing to about 77°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning78°F
Rain47%
Cloud56%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityModerate
Midday81°F
Rain24%
Cloud51%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon80°F
Rain9%
Cloud46%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityModerate
evening77°F
Feels 78°F
Rain4%
Cloud41%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityMinimal
Best windowWind pattern
August's typical breeze keeps the air from feeling as stagnant.
13 mphAug Breezy
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jul 31, 2026
Data & methodology