KenyaThe weather in August in Kisumu
It's warm in August in Kisumu with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 17°C.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Kisumu. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Kisumu, Kenya. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2023, Kisumu reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 100 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Kisumu
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kisumu. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Kisumu | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 14°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Kisumu with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 30°C, with nights around 16°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Kisumu is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Kisumu, Kenya. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Kisumu
Temperature in August in Kisumu over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Kisumu, 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.
Daily Precipitation in August in Kisumu
Total precipitation in August in Kisumu over the years
Daily UV index in August in Kisumu
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Kisumu, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Kisumu by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kisumu. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.