KenyaThe climate of Kisumu
The current climate in Kisumu features temperatures ranging from a high of 31°C to a low of 28°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 30°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 14°C and in the warmer months around 16°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 Kisumu, Kenya.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Kisumu in recent years was 39°C in December 2022. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 19°C in August 2022.
Rainfall amount
On average, Kisumu receives 1711 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
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Best time to visit Kisumu?
The best time to visit Kisumu for sunny weather is January, February and June through September. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Kisumu. 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 Kisumu
The climate table of Kisumu 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.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 30 | 31 | 31 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 15 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 15 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 65 | 83 | 158 | 262 | 219 | 108 | 79 | 100 | 114 | 184 | 209 | 130 |
| UV Index | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 |
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Kisumu, Kenya. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Kisumu
Yearly Temperature in Kisumu
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation 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.
Average Precipitation per Month in Kisumu
Total Yearly Precipitation in Kisumu
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Kisumu, 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 Kisumu
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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.