The climate of Kenya
The current climate in Kenya features temperatures ranging from a high of 33°C to a low of 29°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 32°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 22°C and in the warmer months around 25°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Kenya.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Kenya in recent years was 39°C in June 2017. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 23°C in May 2019.
Rainfall amount
On average, Kenya receives 1082 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate in Kenya is based on weather data from Mombasa. Other places, like Masai Mara National Reserve, Nairobi or Lake Nakuru National Park, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Kenya to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Kenya?
The best time to visit Kenya for sunny weather is January through April, June through September and December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Kenya. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Kenya
The climate table of Kenya shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 33 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 32 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 25 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 9,2 | 6,4 | 50 | 120 | 281 | 83 | 60 | 32 | 57 | 135 | 153 | 95 |
| UV Index | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Kenya. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Kenya
Yearly Temperature in Kenya
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Kenya. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Kenya
Total Yearly Precipitation in Kenya
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Kenya. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Kenya
Weather experiences in Kenya
The weather in Kenya is rated an average of 4,3 out of 5 stars by 6 visitors. Have you been to Kenya? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Teun
It was relatively warm, the temperature was around 28 degrees. Occasionally there were sudden showers, but they were brief and refreshing. Overall, nice vacation weather.
IrisDuring the day we had mostly sunshine and it was pleasantly warm, but there was also some rain. It got wonderfully cold at night.
QuintenIt didn't rain, although the evenings were a bit cool. The overall experience of being in the beautiful savannahs was refreshing!
AdriaanAugust in Kenya was spectacular! There was brilliant sunshine everywhere, perfect for various safaris and beach days. Temperatures were mild, ideal for outdoor activities. Evenings were cold, but ideal for cozy fire pit nights. Breathtaking weather!
Cas OtteKenya in April was a mix of sun and rain. Mostly it was warm and sunny in the morning, perfect for safaris. Rain in the late afternoon gave a surprising twist to the trip, but made everything more lush and green.
EsméeDecember in Kenya was a tropical paradise. With sun-drenched days and pleasant temperatures, it was ideal for sun lovers. There were a few refreshing rain showers, but they did not detract from the experience.
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Average weather in Kenya by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kenya. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.