Parawing in Kenya

1 parawing spots in Kenya. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for parawing.

Find the best time to goTap a spot to see when to go: wind, waves, water temperature, sun and rain in every month, from years of weather statistics.

Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026

In short

Best time for parawing in Kenya: January–March, June–September, December. Then water around 28°C (no wetsuit).
Top picks: Watamu.
For beginners: Watamu.

WatamuKilifi County, Kenya · best January–March, June–September, DecemberBeginner-friendly · 28°C water in season, no wetsuit · ✈ MYD 22 km

Windy days per month (15+ knots)

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Windy days: days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots between 9:00 and 18:00, averaged over recent years.

Month by month in Kenya

Month	Windy days	Water	Wetsuit	Air
JanuaryJan	–	28°C	no wetsuit	31°C
FebruaryFeb	–	28°C	no wetsuit	31°C
MarchMar	–	29°C	no wetsuit	31°C
AprilApr	–	29°C	no wetsuit	30°C
MayMay	–	29°C	no wetsuit	29°C
JuneJun	–	28°C	no wetsuit	28°C
JulyJul	–	26°C	no wetsuit	27°C
AugustAug	–	26°C	no wetsuit	27°C
SeptemberSep	–	27°C	no wetsuit	28°C
OctoberOct	–	27°C	no wetsuit	29°C
NovemberNov	–	28°C	no wetsuit	29°C
DecemberDec	–	29°C	no wetsuit	31°C

Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.

Questions

When is the best time for parawing in Kenya?

Best time for parawing in Kenya: January–March, June–September, December. Then water around 28°C (no wetsuit).

What wetsuit do I need in Kenya?

It depends on the month: about 29°C water in March (no wetsuit) and about 26°C in August (no wetsuit).

Is Kenya good for beginners?

Yes, these spots suit beginners: Watamu.

Which airport is closest?

Malindi International Airport (MYD), 22 km from Watamu.

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