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Mombasa, May 28
Mombasa street view during May
Historical Weather Analysis

Mombasa Weather on May 28 — Best Time to Visit?

Based on 30 years of historical data, we have the answer.

rain

27.4°C

High

24°C

Low

42%

Rain

🔥 Feels like 30.8°C (humidity)

rain
IT'S A GAMBLE
Peak Season

May 28 sees frequent showers in Mombasa. Historical data shows a 42% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average 27°C. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Mombasa right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.

Currency

KES

Sh Kenyan shilling

Language

English

+1 more

Driving

Left side

Connect

Mombasa has several post offices open M-...

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.303

Mombasa Weather Forecast for May 28

"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 27.4°C. 42% chance of rain."

What to Wear in Mombasa in May

Based on historical data for May 28, Mombasa typically experiences temperatures between 24°C and 27.4°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 42% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.

Complete Packing Guide

Weekly breakdown & essential items for Mombasa

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Smart Suitcase

  • T-Shirt
  • Light Clothing
  • Umbrella

Average High

extreme-hot

27.4°C

Daytime Peak

Average Low

extreme-cold

24°C

Nighttime Low

Feels Like

partly-cloudy-day

30.8°C

🔥 Feels warmer

Rain Chance

rain

42%

Avg 2.7mm if it rains

Cloud Cover

cloudy

60%

Light drizzle

Pressure

pressure

1014.9 hPa

Low volatility

Mombasa Weather Conditions & UV Index

Weather Confidence

30-year variance analysis

78%Reliable

Based on 10 years of data

Temperature
±1.0°CStable
Precipitation
21-90%Unpredictable

This date historically delivers consistent weather 78% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Sun Exposure

UV Index & Safety Guide

0.5Low
036811+

Protection Needed

SPF 15 for extended outdoor time

Time to Sunburn

Type I-II

🔴 160 min to burn

Type III-IV

🟡 240 min to burn

Type V-VI

🟢 400 min to burn

UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.

Outdoor Comfort

How pleasant is it outside?

52Moderate
TemperatureHot
HumidityMuggy
WindBreezy

Dew Point

23.8°C

Humid/Sticky

Heat Index

30.8°C

Feels hotter

😐 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)

Marine Conditions

Water Temp
28°C
🛁 Tropical Bath
Avg daily surface temperature
Surf Conditions
1.67m
🌊 Surfers Only
Max daily wave height
Advisories

Marine Life

No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!

Swim Index

⚠️ Mixed Conditions

Travel & Logistics Insights

Local Calendar

Business Day

Standard hours in Kenya

Flight Traffic

High

86/100 pressure index

Health Advisory

Required

2 vaccines • View Details →

Landing Slots

~31

Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)

Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Mombasa

Daylight & Sun

Solar Elevation Cycle

🌅 Sunrise

06:22

☀️ Noon

12:20

🌇 Sunset

18:17

⏱️ Daylight

11h 54m

Golden Hour
Morning06:22 - 06:52
17:47 - 18:17Evening

Wind Speed

wind

20.6 km/h

Moderate wind

Sunshine

clear-day

10.0 hrs

Direct Sun (Cloud-free)

Humidity

humidity

81%

Humid / Damp

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Travel Health & Safety in Mombasa

Travel Comfort Index

Real-time tourism conditions

Weather Quality

⛅ Good

66/100

Tourist Crowds

🟡 Busy

85/100

Price Level

💰💰💰 Expensive

85/100

Health & Wellbeing

Meteo-Health Forecast

100Score
Atmospheric Pressure1014.9 hPa
Volatility:Low
Migraine RiskLow

Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.

Joint Pain RiskLow

Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.

Fishing IndexFair

Moderate fish activity expected.

Air Quality Forecast
45AQI
Good
PM2.5 Concentration9.1 µg/m³

Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.

Regional Safety Profile

Low

Seismic Activity

Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.

Total events (30y):4
In May (30y):0
💡 Very rare tremors. Standard travel precautions apply.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Mombasa on May 28 averages 27.4°C with a 42% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 86/100."

— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology

Mombasa Weather History (2010–2024)

Temperature History

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Hall of Fame

Records from last 10 years

Hottest
2016
28.8°C
Coldest
2025
23.4°C
Rainiest
2023
12.3mm

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📍 Is Mombasa Worth Visiting on May 28?

Planning a trip to Mombasa on May 28? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 27.4°C with a 42% historical precipitation risk.

✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 31 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.

💉 Health Advisory: 13 vaccinations are recommended for Kenya, including COVID-19.

🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 28°C (tropical bath). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.67m.

📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 28 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 28.8°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 23.4°C in 2025.

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