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Mombasa in November: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Mombasa in November and see if it is worth visiting.
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November

Weather in Mombasa in November 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Warm water
Mombasa in November usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +30°C and roughly 0 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 26 rainy days with an average precipitation of 73 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+30°C
Avg. max. temperature
+22°C
Min.
+33°C
Max.
73 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
26 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Mombasa has OK weather in November.

Average temperature in Mombasa in November

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Mombasa for November based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in November is +30°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +32°C during the day and a minimum of +24°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 13% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +31°C to +32°C.

Is Mombasa warm or cold in November?

Mombasa is typically warm in November.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +29°C to +30°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +24°C to +25°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how November is compared to other months in Mombasa:

Water temperature in Mombasa in November

Water in Mombasa in November is Warm. It varies from +27°C to +29°C, with an average of +28°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +30°C.

In November, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Mombasa are reached in April, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +25°C.

Can you swim in Mombasa in November?

You can absolutely swim in Mombasa in November, the water is warm (+28°C in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Mombasa in November

Mombasa weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
OctoberNovemberDecember
Avg. temperature
+29°C+30°C+31°C
Min. temperature
+21°C+22°C+23°C
Max. temperature
+32°C+33°C+34°C
Rainfall
76 mm73 mm60 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+27°C+28°C+29°C
Humidity
80%81%79%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1011 HPa1010 HPa
Sunny days
101
Cloudy days
324
Rainy days
272624
Snowy days
000

November weather is still as ok as in October. It’s getting warmer as November arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +29°C to +30°C during the day. As November arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 76 mm to 73 mm. Humidity rises from 80% to 81%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during November, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 1 sunny days in October to 0 in November.

December brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Mombasa in November based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Mombasa is gradually increasing during November, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Mombasa based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in November stands at 97%, leading to total precipitation of around 266 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 85 mm, which is considered heavy rain. November is a pretty wet month with over 29 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Mombasa wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 87% chance of precipitation and 203 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 41% chance of precipitation and 15 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last November in Mombasa?

This is the weather in Mombasa in November 2023:
1 November
☁️
+31°C
2 November
🌧️
+29°C
3 November
🌧️
+26°C
4 November
🌧️
+28°C
5 November
🌧️
+28°C
6 November
🌧️
+29°C
7 November
🌧️
+28°C
8 November
☁️
+30°C
9 November
🌧️
+30°C
10 November
🌧️
+29°C
11 November
🌧️
+29°C
12 November
🌧️
+30°C
13 November
☀️
+31°C
14 November
☀️
+31°C
15 November
🌧️
+28°C
16 November
🌧️
+27°C
17 November
🌧️
+28°C
18 November
☁️
+30°C
19 November
☀️
+31°C
20 November
☁️
+31°C
21 November
🌧️
+31°C
22 November
🌧️
+30°C
23 November
☁️
+30°C
24 November
🌧️
+29°C
25 November
🌧️
+29°C
26 November
☁️
+30°C
27 November
☁️
+30°C
28 November
☁️
+31°C
29 November
☀️
+32°C
30 November
☁️
+32°C
In November 2023 Mombasa had 4 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 17 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +30°C, with an absolute maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +26°C. The average humidity was 86%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 68%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in November?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Mombasa climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Mombasa in November has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+29°C) and the highest in 2023 (+30°C). The driest year was 2021 with only 554 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1484 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Mombasa in November:

Is November a good time to visit Mombasa?

It’s always a good time to visit Mombasa, but the weather is changeable in November, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Mombasa in November?

November is warm in Mombasa. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Mombasa in November?

Yes, you can swim in Mombasa in November, the water temperature averaging at +28°C. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Mombasa rainy in November?

Mombasa is often rainy in November. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Mombasa in November?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Mombasa in November, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Kenya

Check out the weather for other cities in Kenya.

Monthly weather in Mombasa

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Mombasa, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.