The weather in October in Kenya
It's hot in October in Kenya with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 25°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for 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 39°C in 2017, Kenya reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 20°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 135 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in October for Kenya
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kenya. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Kenya | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 23°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 135 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 15 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Kenya with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 24°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 24°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Kenya is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°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 10 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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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.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Kenya. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Kenya
Temperature in October in Kenya over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October 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.
Daily Precipitation in October in Kenya
Total precipitation in October in Kenya over the years
Daily UV index in October in Kenya
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Kenya, 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 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.