Mombasa marine weather forecast
Mombasa (KEMBA) is a port in Kenya at 4°4.0′S 39°40.0′E. Today (Sep 16): SSE wind 14–16 kn, waves 2.3–2.4 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-16 12z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 4°4.0′S 39°40.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | KEMBA |
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| Harbor size | Medium |
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| Harbor type | Coastal tide-gate harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 14 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 6 m |
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| Tide range | 3 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Africa/Nairobi |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance and salvage available |
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| Supplies | Fuel oil, diesel, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Moderate |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Mombasa
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SSE 14–16 kn | 20 kn | 2.3–2.4 m |
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| SSE 11–17 kn | 23 kn | 2.3–2.4 m |
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| SSE 10–18 kn | 23 kn | 2.6–2.8 m |
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| S 14–17 kn | 22 kn | 2.4–2.5 m |
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| SSE 15–16 kn | 22 kn | 2.3–2.4 m |
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| SSE 17–18 kn | 22 kn | 2.5–2.6 m |
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| S 13–14 kn | 18 kn | 2.1–2.4 m |
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| SSE 17–17 kn | 22 kn | 2.1–2.1 m |
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| SSE 18–18 kn | 22 kn | 1.9–1.9 m |
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| S 16–16 kn | 21 kn | 1.9–1.9 m |
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Forecast from the ECMWF IFS model run , waves from ECMWF WAM. Updated with each model cycle; the live chart below recalculates for your departure time and vessel.
What to watch in the forecast
Across the loaded 10-day outlook, the strongest daily modeled wind reaches 18 kn on Sep 18. The highest modeled significant wave height is 2.8 m on Sep 18. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Mombasa right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-16 12z: SSE wind 14–16 kn, waves 2.3–2.4 m. The 10-day outlook is in the forecast table on this page and updates with each model cycle.
How big is the harbor at Mombasa?
Mombasa is classed as a medium harbor (coastal tide-gate harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Mombasa?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 14 m and anchorage depths run about 6 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Mombasa?
Entry is affected by heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.