Mombasa, Kenya
Major city · Population 1.2M
Mombasa is the 3rd largest city in Kenya with a population of approximately 1,208,333 people as of 2026. This makes it the 427th largest city in the world, accounting for 2.14% of Kenya's total population of 56.4M. Mombasa is classified as a major city and operates in the Africa/Nairobi timezone. The average annual temperature is 26.9°C with 1,479 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 23 meters above sea level.
Population
1,208,333
Global Rank
#427
Country Rank
#3
% of Kenya
2.14%
Avg Temperature
26.9°C
Annual Rainfall
1,479 mm
Elevation
23 m
Timezone
Africa/Nairobi
Mombasa on the Map
Climate in Mombasa
Mombasa's warmest month is Feb and the coldest is Aug. The wettest month is Apr with 364 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Kenya at a Glance
Country Population
56,432,944
Capital
Nairobi
Region
Eastern Africa
Major Cities
29
GDP per Capita
$2,132
Life Expectancy
63.6 years
Urban Population
31.9%
Growth Rate
0.02%
Other Major Cities in Kenya
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Mombasa with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jomvu | 163,415 | 10 km |
| Matuga | 194,252 | 16 km |
| Malindi | 119,859 | 106 km |
| Tanga | 393,429 | 129 km |
| Handeni | 108,968 | 238 km |
| Zanzibar | 709,809 | 240 km |
| Moshi | 221,733 | 270 km |
| Dar es Salaam | 5,383,728 | 311 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Mombasa?
The population of Mombasa, Kenya is approximately 1,208,333 people, making it the 427th largest city in the world and the 3rd largest in Kenya.
Is Mombasa the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi. Mombasa is the 3rd largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Mombasa?
Mombasa has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C and receives 1,479 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Feb and the coldest is Aug.
What timezone is Mombasa in?
Mombasa is in the Africa/Nairobi timezone.