Diani Beach & the Kenyan coast
Powder-white sand backed by palm forest instead of hotels, a reef offshore calm enough for a first snorkel, and dhow sailboats still built and rigged the old way for sunset.
The best time to visit Diani Beach & the Kenyan coast is Dec–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 31°C (88°F). Local time there is 09:46 (UTC+3).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
January · high 88°F · rain 1.9in · 12.3h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Mombasa, this page’s gateway
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C88°F | 47mm1.9in | 12.3h12.3h | in the recommended window |
| February | 32°C89°F | 29mm1.1in | 12.2h12.2h | in the recommended window |
| March | 32°C90°F | 67mm2.6in | 12.1h12.1h | in the recommended window |
| April | 30°C86°F | 227mm8.9in | 12.0h12.0h | |
| May | 28°C83°F | 228mm9.0in | 11.9h11.9h | |
| June | 27°C81°F | 79mm3.1in | 11.9h11.9h | |
| July | 27°C80°F | 82mm3.2in | 11.9h11.9h | |
| August | 27°C81°F | 53mm2.1in | 12.0h12.0h | |
| September | 28°C83°F | 68mm2.7in | 12.1h12.1h | |
| October | 29°C84°F | 135mm5.3in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| November | 30°C86°F | 173mm6.8in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| December | 31°C87°F | 135mm5.3in | 12.4h12.4h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- KES · Kenyan shilling
- Language
- Swahili, English
- Plug
- G
- Driving
- on the left
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 240 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit Diani Beach & the Kenyan coast?
The best time to visit Diani Beach & the Kenyan coast is Dec–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 31°C (88°F).
How warm does Diani Beach & the Kenyan coast get?
Typical daytime highs in Diani Beach & the Kenyan coast are Mar–May 30°C (86°F), Jun–Aug 27°C (81°F), Sep–Nov 29°C (84°F), Dec–Feb 31°C (88°F).
Is Diani Beach & the Kenyan coast expensive?
On the ground, Diani Beach & the Kenyan coast is mid-range.
What sort of trip is Diani Beach & the Kenyan coast good for?
Diani Beach & the Kenyan coast is good for sunshine and salt water, an unhurried pace, landscape doing the heavy lifting, eating extremely well.