AI-generatedKismayo at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – Feb, Jul – Sep
- Warmest month
- Mar · 34°
- Warmest sea
- Apr · 29.0°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,930 h
- Rain a year
- 423 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 11 m
Climate in Kismayo
Kismayo has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. March is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while July is the coolest at 30 °C. With around 2,930 hours of sunshine a year, Kismayo is sunny; February is the sunniest month with 8.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Kismayo
The best time to visit Kismayo is from January to February and from July to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to October and from December to March. From March to April it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. Rain is frequent from April to May and in November; the wettest month is May with 88 mm.
Kismayo through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Kismayo in the dry season
Jun – Oct, Dec – Mar
Good
- 30–34 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 52 rainy days in all
Kismayo in the rainy season
Apr – May, Nov
Poor
- 32–34 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 47 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct, Dec – Mar
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Mar – Apr
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Apr – May, Nov
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: July – September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: January – February, July – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
05:5217:59
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:39–06:19 · evening 17:31–18:12
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:31–05:39 · evening 18:12–18:20
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Kismayo compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 32° from start to end. The sea warms from 26° to 27°.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 32° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 26° | 27° |
| Daylight | 12.1 h | 12.1 h |
What is the weather like in Kismayo in October?
In October, Kismayo is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 37 mm in total. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Kismayo.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 7 min05:52 – 17:59
- UV index
- 14 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 21 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 46 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 30 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %39 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %83 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %64 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Kismayo
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Kismayo: score 68 against 55. In July, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in July. July has 2 fewer rainy days.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 55 | 68better |
| Daytime high | 32° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 23° |
| Sea | 26.6° | 25.7° |
| Sunshine | 8.0 h | 7.8 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 7better |
| Rainfall | 37 mm | 20 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 31 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Kismayo month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
65January32° · Sea 27° · 8.5 h
In January, Kismayo is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 26.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Kismayo.
Kismayo in January64February33° · Sea 27° · 8.8 h
In February, Kismayo is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 26.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Kismayo.
Kismayo in February55March34° · Sea 28° · 8.5 h
In March, Kismayo is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 10 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Kismayo.
Kismayo in March29April34° · Sea 29° · 7.7 h
In April, Kismayo is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 76 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kismayo.
Kismayo in April35May32° · Sea 28° · 7.2 h
In May, Kismayo is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 88 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kismayo.
Kismayo in May59June31° · Sea 27° · 7.8 h
In June, Kismayo is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 35 mm in total. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Kismayo.
Kismayo in June68July30° · Sea 26° · 7.8 h
In July, Kismayo is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 20 mm. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Kismayo.
Kismayo in July68August31° · Sea 25° · 7.9 h
In August, Kismayo is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 20 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Kismayo.
Kismayo in August67September31° · Sea 26° · 8.1 h
In September, Kismayo is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 18 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Kismayo.
Kismayo in September55October32° · Sea 27° · 8.0 h
In October, Kismayo is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 37 mm in total. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Kismayo.
Kismayo in October41November32° · Sea 28° · 7.9 h
In November, Kismayo is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 73 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Kismayo.
Kismayo in November56December32° · Sea 28° · 8.2 h
In December, Kismayo is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 33 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Kismayo.
Kismayo in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Kismayo
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in August (23°), the warmest in April (26°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 365 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 65 | 32° | 25° | 26.8° | 8.5 h | 2 | 10 |
| FebruaryFeb | 64 | 33° | 25° | 26.8° | 8.8 h | 0 | 2 |
| MarchMar | 55 | 34° | 26° | 27.9° | 8.5 h | 3 | 10 |
| AprilApr | 29 | 34° | 26° | 29.0° | 7.7 h | 15 | 76 |
| MayMay | 35 | 32° | 25° | 28.0° | 7.2 h | 18 | 88 |
| JuneJun | 59 | 31° | 24° | 26.8° | 7.8 h | 11 | 35 |
| JulyJul | 68 | 30° | 23° | 25.7° | 7.8 h | 7 | 20 |
| AugustAug | 68 | 31° | 23° | 25.4° | 7.9 h | 7 | 20 |
| SeptemberSep | 67 | 31° | 23° | 25.8° | 8.1 h | 6 | 18 |
| OctoberOct | 55 | 32° | 24° | 26.6° | 8.0 h | 9 | 37 |
| NovemberNov | 41 | 32° | 25° | 27.6° | 7.9 h | 14 | 73 |
| DecemberDec | 56 | 32° | 25° | 27.7° | 8.2 h | 7 | 33 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
0.36° S, 42.55° E · 11 m · Africa/Mogadishu
Sea temperature in Kismayo
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 26.2 – 27.2 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Kismayo ranges from 25.4 °C in August to 29.0 °C in April. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in April, while the air already peaks in March. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in April, eight out of ten years were between 28.3 and 29.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 26.8° | 26.3° | 27.6° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.8° | 26.2° | 27.3° | warm |
| MarchMar | 27.9° | 27.2° | 28.9° | warm |
| AprilApr | 29.0° | 28.3° | 29.7° | very warm |
| MayMay | 28.0° | 27.4° | 28.5° | warm |
| JuneJun | 26.8° | 26.2° | 27.3° | warm |
| JulyJul | 25.7° | 25.3° | 26.2° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.4° | 25.0° | 25.9° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 25.8° | 25.4° | 26.2° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 26.6° | 26.2° | 27.2° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 27.6° | 27.1° | 28.1° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.7° | 26.9° | 28.5° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Kismayo
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 8.0 of 12.1 hours of daylight in Kismayo, 66 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Kismayo: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Kismayo has about 9 rainy days with 37 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Kismayo
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 14 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in March (UV 15).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 10 min
- Light brown skin
- about 15 min
- Olive skin
- about 20 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Kismayo
How breezy and how cloudy Kismayo is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Kismayo typically peaks at 21 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: May – Oct, Dec – Mar.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 46 % of the sky over Kismayo: variable cloud, with about 8.0 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Kismayo
How often the day gets hot in Kismayo (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Kismayo has about 30 hot days, with an average daytime high of 32 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Kismayo
Weather for your travel dates
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Kismayo in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Kismayo has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 68) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 37).
- 37
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain
- 40
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 68
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 55
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 61
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 9 h
- Distance
- 7,030 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Kismayo vs Lamu
In October the holiday weather in Kismayo and Lamu is about equally good (score 55 vs 57). During the day Lamu is 2 °C cooler than Kismayo. The sea is about equally warm. Lamu gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Kismayo | Lamu |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 55 | 57 |
| Daytime high | 32° | 30° |
| Sea | 27° | 27° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 12 |
| Best time | Jan – Feb, Jul – Sep | Jul – Oct, Dec – Mar |
Through the year
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In October, Kismayo ranks 6 of 7 destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about Kismayo
When is the best time to visit Kismayo?
The best time to visit Kismayo is from January to February and from July to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Kismayo?
The sea temperature in Kismayo ranges from 25.4 °C in August to 29.0 °C in April. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Kismayo in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Kismayo?
March is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 26 °C. July is the coolest month at 30 °C.
When does it rain most in Kismayo?
Rain is frequent from April to May and in November; the wettest month is May with 88 mm. The driest month is February with 2 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Kismayo get?
Kismayo gets around 2,930 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is February with 8.8 hours a day; in May there are 7.2 hours a day.
What time zone is Kismayo in?
Kismayo is on UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Kismayo?
A nonstop flight from London to Kismayo takes about 9 h, for a straight-line distance of about 7,030 km.
Which school holidays are best for Kismayo?
Kismayo has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 68) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 37). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 37, May half-term 40, summer holidays 68, October half-term 55, Christmas holidays 61.