Season by season
Dry season (May–October)
Dry season (roughly May–October): comfortable for walking, easy road conditions.
Wet season (November–April)
Wet season (roughly November–April): muddy lanes after storms, but fewer visitors.
Sea, surf & trail conditions
Mornings are cooler and the light softer for photos. Friday midday prayers may pause activity.
Month by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 23°C | 250 mm | Quiet |
| February | 31°C | 23°C | 230 mm | Quiet |
| March | 31°C | 23°C | 200 mm | Quiet |
| April | 32°C | 23°C | 120 mm | Quiet |
| May | 31°C | 22°C | 80 mm | Quiet |
| June | 31°C | 21°C | 45 mm | Busy |
| July | 30°C | 21°C | 30 mm | Busy |
| August | 30°C | 21°C | 15 mm | Busy |
| September | 31°C | 22°C | 35 mm | Quiet |
| October | 32°C | 23°C | 110 mm | Quiet |
| November | 32°C | 23°C | 200 mm | Quiet |
| December | 31°C | 23°C | 250 mm | Busy |
Temperatures and rainfall are approximate long-term averages for the area, rounded; individual years vary, and mountain villages are cooler and wetter than the coast.
Festivals & events
- Bau Nyale (usually February or March) — the south-coast festival includes cultural performances.
- Weddings and the nyongkolan procession — on weekends you may meet a wedding procession with drums on the road; enjoy it and be patient in traffic.
- Ramadan and Eid — village visits continue, but be extra discreet with eating and drinking in public during the fasting month.
Our advice
Visit Sade or Ende early in the morning, before the tour groups arrive and while the light is soft.
