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The climate of Marsabit

The current climate in Marsabit features temperatures ranging from a high of 35°C to a low of 28°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 31°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 19°C and in the warmer months around 23°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 Marsabit, Kenya.

Temperature records

The highest temperature recorded in Marsabit in recent years was 39°C in February 2014. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 21°C in May 2023.

Rainfall amount

On average, Marsabit receives 580 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.

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Best time to visit Marsabit?

The best time to visit Marsabit for sunny weather is January through March, May through September, November and December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Marsabit. 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 Marsabit

The climate table of Marsabit 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 35 30 28 28 28 29 30 29 29 31
Temp. min (°C) 21 21 23 21 20 20 19 20 20 21 20 20
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Precipitation (mm) 4,5 6,4 50 164 68 12 8,7 8,5 9,7 122 106 20
UV Index 10 9 9 8 7 7 7 8 9 8 8 9

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Temperature charts

These charts display the average temperatures in Marsabit, Kenya. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Average Temperature per Month in Marsabit

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Yearly Temperature in Marsabit

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Marsabit, 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 Marsabit

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Total Yearly Precipitation in Marsabit

UV index chart

This chart shows the average UV index per month in Marsabit, 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 Marsabit

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Average weather in Marsabit by month

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