Lunga-Lunga, Kenya experiences average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 13 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Lunga-Lunga, Kenya Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Lunga-Lunga, Kenya. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Sep 
Wetter season: Mar–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.7/10
Best: May, June, July, August, September
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 30°C / 23°C
Feels Like 34°C / 27°C
Rainy Days 13
Rainfall 68 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 77%
Wind Speed 18 km/h
Dew Point 22°C
Hottest Month
33°C
February
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 5 days
Coldest Month
21°C
August
Avg High 28°C
Rain 10 days
Driest Month
5 days
February
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 25°C
Windiest Month
22 km/h
July (Gusts 45)
Sea Temperature
27°C – 30°C
Warmest water: March (
30.3°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding February, March, December due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:33
Daylight 11.9h
Sunset 18:26
Live conditions —
Lunga-Lunga on the map · live conditions
Lunga-Lunga, Kenya
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Kenya
- City
- Lunga-Lunga
- Population
- 2.5K
- Coordinates
- -4.55°, 39.12°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 15 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 10 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 17 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 8 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 33°C / 25°C . Feb: 33°C / 25°C . Mar: 33°C / 25°C . Apr: 30°C / 24°C . May: 28°C / 23°C . Jun: 28°C / 22°C . Jul: 28°C / 21°C . Aug: 28°C / 21°C . Sep: 29°C / 22°C . Oct: 30°C / 22°C . Nov: 30°C / 23°C . Dec: 32°C / 24°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 35 mm. Feb: 26 mm. Mar: 66 mm. Apr: 183 mm. May: 128 mm. Jun: 27 mm. Jul: 18 mm. Aug: 28 mm. Sep: 38 mm. Oct: 81 mm. Nov: 98 mm. Dec: 93 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 72%. Feb: 71%. Mar: 75%. Apr: 83%. May: 80%. Jun: 76%. Jul: 75%. Aug: 77%. Sep: 78%. Oct: 79%. Nov: 81%. Dec: 78%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 16 km/h . Feb: 17 km/h . Mar: 17 km/h . Apr: 17 km/h . May: 19 km/h . Jun: 21 km/h . Jul: 22 km/h . Aug: 20 km/h . Sep: 20 km/h . Oct: 18 km/h . Nov: 16 km/h . Dec: 15 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 10h. May: 9h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature swim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 30°C . Feb: 30°C . Mar: 30°C . Apr: 30°C . May: 28°C . Jun: 27°C . Jul: 27°C . Aug: 27°C . Sep: 27°C . Oct: 28°C . Nov: 29°C . Dec: 30°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 8.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 15 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 34°C | Feb · 33°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 21°C | Aug · 21°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 201 mm | Apr · 183 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 22 km/h | Jul · 22 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Poor March
Poor April
Wet May best
Good June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Good October
Fair November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°C / 25°C | 37°C / 29°C | 8days (35 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| February | 33°C / 25°C | 38°C / 29°C | 5days (26 mm) Good | 11.1h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| March | 33°C / 25°C | 38°C / 30°C | 14days (66 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 30°C / 24°C | 35°C / 29°C | 23days (183 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 83% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May best | 28°C / 23°C | 32°C / 26°C | 14days (128 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 80% Humid | 7.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 28°C / 22°C | 30°C / 25°C | 6days (27 mm) Good | 10.6h Excellent | 76% Humid | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 28°C / 21°C | 29°C / 24°C | 7days (18 mm) Good | 10.8h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 28°C / 21°C | 30°C / 24°C | 10days (28 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 29°C / 22°C | 31°C / 25°C | 11days (38 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 78% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October | 30°C / 22°C | 33°C / 26°C | 14days (81 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 79% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 23°C | 36°C / 28°C | 20days (98 mm) Wet | 11.2h Excellent | 81% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 32°C / 24°C | 37°C / 29°C | 18days (93 mm) Wet | 11.2h Excellent | 78% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Lunga-Lunga are May, June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Lunga-Lunga, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Lunga-Lunga is February, with average daytime highs of 33°C (92°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Lunga-Lunga is August, with average overnight lows of 21°C (70°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Lunga-Lunga is April, averaging 183mm of precipitation across 23 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Lunga-Lunga runs through April, November, December, March, with the heaviest rainfall in April. Based on 10-year averages for Lunga-Lunga.
Lunga-Lunga receives approximately 128 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is November with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Lunga-Lunga.
The least favorable months to visit Lunga-Lunga are February, March, December, primarily due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Lunga-Lunga is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Lunga-Lunga is 77%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 29°C (84°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Lunga-Lunga are 18 km/h (11 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 22 km/h (13 mph) (gusts up to 45 km/h / 28 mph).
Lunga-Lunga averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 56%. The clearest skies occur in May.
The annual average dew point in Lunga-Lunga is 22°C (72°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Lunga-Lunga has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Lunga-Lunga ranges from 27°C (81°F) to 34°C (93°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
Yes, July is a great time to visit Lunga-Lunga. It earns a climate score of 9.1/10 with Excellent.
For July in Lunga-Lunga, pack Umbrella, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses. With average highs of 28°C (82°F) and 7 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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