When is the best time to go to Malindi?

When is the best time to go to Malindi? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The weather is good all year round in Malindi
  • On average, the warmest months are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December
  • The rainiest months are May, October and December
  • The best months for swimming are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December


Annual weather in Malindi

For full information about the climate and weather in Malindi a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 79°F/88°F
1.8in
February 79°F/88°F
0.9in
March 81°F/88°F
2.4in
April 81°F/88°F
4.5in
May 79°F/86°F
6.1in
June 77°F/85°F
2.1in
July 76°F/83°F
1.9in
August 76°F/83°F
1.7in
September 76°F/85°F
1.8in
October 77°F/86°F
5.2in
November 79°F/88°F
4.4in
December 79°F/88°F
5.9in


Weather and climate in Malindi

Malindi enjoys a tropical savanna climate (with dry summer) in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Malindi is 86°F (ranging from 83°F in july to 88°F in march). Annual rainfall is 38.5in, with a minimum of 0.9in in february and a maximum of 6.1in in may.
  • Between the months of january and november the climate is just OK. It is for example 88°F as maximum temperature in november and it rains about 4.4in each month.
  • In december the climate is bad. It is for example 88°F as maximum temperature in december and it rains in december about 5.9in.

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Charts: temperature and rainfall in Malindi

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Malindi: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Malindi

Find out when Malindi has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Malindi

  • Very low season in Malindi
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: February, March, April, May, June, September, October and November.
  • Low season in Malindi
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: January, July and August.
  • Peak season in Malindi
    The largest number of tourists visiting Malindi is during: December.

Figure: Visitor index for Malindi month by month



Best time for low prices in Malindi

Average prices of hotels in Malindi month by month

Generally, December is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Malindi. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, August is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

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Average price of hiring a car in Malindi

On average, it costs $ 81 per day to hire a car in Malindi. This price varies by $ 17 depending on the month. In january, hiring a car costs an average of $ 74 per 24 hours, so this is the best time to save money! In contrast, the average price in november is $ 91.

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