UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Mombasa, Kenya 
will be up to 12.1, indicating a extreme level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-08
UV index at 12.1 in Mombasa means extreme risk: limit outdoor time especially from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., actively seek shade, wear protective clothing, broad-brimmed hat, apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch for bright surfaces like water and snow increasing UV exposure.
Mombasa's UV index is usually high, often between 10 and 12 during sunny days, meaning strong sunlight with intense ultraviolet rays. The UV index stays fairly high year-round because Mombasa is near the equator.
The city has a hot and humid climate. It has two rainy seasons: long rains from April to June and short rains around October to December. Temperatures stay warm all year, usually between 25°C and 32°C (77°F to 90°F).
Compared to other parts of Kenya, Mombasa is hotter and more humid because it is near the Indian Ocean. It is warmer and wetter than Nairobi, and it has more consistent humidity than inland areas. Neighboring Tanzania's coastal cities have similar weather patterns.
See the UV index hour by hour for Mombasa, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.