🌤️ Weather Information

Get real-time weather updates and seasonal farming advice to make informed agricultural decisions

Kampala Nairobi Kigali Dar es Salaam

Current Weather

Mombasa, Kenya

27°C
overcast
32°C
Feels Like
85%
Humidity
12 m/s
Wind Speed
1007 hPa
Pressure
Sunrise
6:19 AM
Sunset
6:18 PM

3-Day Forecast

Today
Apr 28
31°
25° min
dense drizzle
83% 2.3mm
Tomorrow
Apr 29
29°
25° min
slight rain showers
84% 6mm
Thursday
Apr 30
29°
25° min
dense drizzle
83% 3.1mm

Seasonal Predictions & Farming Advice

First Rainy Season

Primary rainy season with heavy precipitation

100-200mm per month 20-30°C
Current Month
April 2026

Current Activities

  • Land preparation and plowing
  • Planting of annual crops
  • Weeding and crop management
  • Application of fertilizers
  • Pest and disease control

Recommended Crops

Maize (main season) Beans (climbing and bush varieties) Rice in wetland areas Bananas (new plantations) Coffee (planting and management) Cassava Sweet potatoes

Key Tips

  • Plant early to maximize rainfall utilization
  • Ensure proper drainage in low-lying areas
  • Apply organic manure before planting

Upcoming Season Predictions

Next: Second Dry Season

Jun-Aug Dry

Expected Rainfall: 20-80mm per month
Temperature Range: 16-26°C

Prepare for:

Harvesting of first season crops
Land preparation for second season
Planting of second season crops

Later: Second Rainy Season

Sep-Nov Rains

Expected Rainfall: 80-150mm per month
Temperature Range: 18-28°C

Plan ahead for:

Maize (second season)
Beans
Groundnuts

6-Month Weather Outlook

April

High Confidence
Very Low (0mm/month)
20-30°C

Variable conditions - monitor weather closely

May

High Confidence
Very Low (0mm/month)
20-30°C

Variable conditions - monitor weather closely

June

High Confidence
Very Low (0mm/month)
20-30°C

Variable conditions - monitor weather closely

July

High Confidence
Very Low (0mm/month)
20-30°C

Variable conditions - monitor weather closely

August

High Confidence
Very Low (0mm/month)
20-30°C

Variable conditions - monitor weather closely

September

High Confidence
Very Low (0mm/month)
20-30°C

Variable conditions - monitor weather closely

Crop Planting Calendar

Maize

Planting: March-April, September-October
Harvest: 3-4 months after planting
Yield: 3-6 tons per hectare

Beans

Planting: March-May, August-September
Harvest: 2-3 months after planting
Yield: 1-2 tons per hectare

Coffee

Planting: March-May, September-November
Harvest: 3-4 years after planting (first harvest)
Yield: 1-3 tons per hectare (dried beans)

Bananas

Planting: March-May, September-November
Harvest: 12-15 months after planting
Yield: 20-40 tons per hectare

Rice

Planting: March-April, August-September
Harvest: 4-5 months after planting
Yield: 3-5 tons per hectare

Cassava

Planting: March-May, September-October
Harvest: 8-12 months after planting
Yield: 15-25 tons per hectare

Climate Trends & Adaptation

Current Trends

  • 0.3°C increase per decade
  • Increasing variability due to climate change

Adaptation Strategies

  • Drought-resistant crop varieties
  • Water harvesting and irrigation
  • Climate-smart agriculture practices

🌾 Weather-Based Farming Tips

Rainy Weather

Ensure proper drainage and monitor for plant diseases. Great time for planting!

Sunny Weather

Perfect for harvesting and drying crops. Ensure adequate irrigation for growing plants.

Windy Weather

Protect young plants and check irrigation systems. Good for natural pollination.