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When to go · Lamu

Lamu in October

Great month. Inside Lamu's best window: Oct–Mar.

Key facts

Verdict
Great
Temperature
30°C / 23°C
average high / low
Rain days
7
Crowds
Medium
Kenya overall
Prices
High
Kenya overall

Verdict

GreatBest and avoid months for Lamu

Inside Lamu's best window: Oct–Mar.

Weather in October

Long-term averages
  • LamuHighs around 30 °C, lows around 23 °C, rain on about 7 days
  • Coast, Kenya · Mombasa, Diani, Watamu, Lamubest weather

    Humid year-round; the heaviest rain falls April–June and some coast hotels close in May.

Crowds and prices

Crowds · Kenya overall
Medium
Prices · Kenya overall
High

Kenya overall: Herds start drifting back south to the Serengeti; Mashujaa Day on 20 Oct.

High-price month: see what to book ahead.

What to pack

  • Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen

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