Question 1

Is Watamu safe to visit?

Accepted Answer

Travelia rates Watamu, Kenya “some risk”, following US State Department and UK FCDO travel advisories.

Question 2

What is the sea temperature in Watamu in July?

Accepted Answer

The sea off Watamu averages about 26°C in July.

Question 3

When is the best time to visit Watamu?

Accepted Answer

Watamu is warmest in Mar and driest in Feb; mild (18–28°C) months are Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	26	26	27	26	25	24	23	23	24	25	25	26
Sea °C	27	28	29	29	28	27	26	25	26	26	28	28
Rain (days)	16	9	41	118	231	107	75	50	43	64	73	51

Watamu, Kenya

Climate by month