The Weather in Kenya
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Kenya has two Main Rainy Seasons
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The weather in Kenya is generally sunny all year round. But there are two main rainy seasons. Lasting from March until May (the ‘long rains’) and from November to December (the ‘short rains’).
TEMPERATURES ARE BETWEEN -10°C (Minus) and 10°C TO A MAXIMUM OF 36°C (42°C)
The climate of Kenya varies by location, from mostly cool every day, to always warm/hot. The climate along the coast is tropical. This means rainfall and temperatures are higher throughout the year. At the coastal cities, Mombasa, Lamu and Malindi, the air changes from cool to hot, almost every day.
United Nations Map of Kenya
Central and Western Kenya is characterised by the Kenyan Rift Valley and central province home to the highest mountain, Mount Kenya and Mount Elgon on the border between Kenya and Uganda. Central Kenya is located on a plateau and the altitude keeps the heat index at a comfortable level. Nairobi, the capital of Kenya is situated in this region and average temperatures here vary from a minimum of 10°C to a maximum of 28°C.
The Kakamega Forest in western Kenya is a relic of an East African rainforest. Much bigger is Mau Forest, the largest forest complex in East Africa. Western Kenya is generally hot and humid with rainfall falling throughout the year, the heaviest usually in April. There is abundant sunshine year round and the rain mostly falls in the evenings. Temperatures range from a minimum of 14°C to a maximum of 36°C throughout the year.
The temperatures in Mombasa remain quiet hot for most of the year, but on you will find it very acceptable, due to the ocean breeze. The same conditions, you will find in other coastal towns such as Malindi and Lamu. The average sea temperature is usually around 26°C, and the conditions for swimming are excellent.
Western Kenya - Witness the famous annual great wildebeest migration between July and October at the Masai Mara National Reserve, in Western Kenya. Abundance of wildlife and spectacular landscapes.
Generally sunny all year, are the bushlands of northern and eastern Kenya. The temperatures are up to 40°C during the day, and less than 20°C during night time.
Rainfall does occur, but often in the form of a violent storm. July is usually the driest month, and November the wettest. Northern Kenya is full of natural, rugged beauty, an area where you hardly find people around.
The Kakamega Forest in western Kenya is a relic of an East African rainforest. Much bigger is Mau Forest, the largest forest complex in East Africa. Western Kenya is generally hot and humid with rainfall falling throughout the year, the heaviest usually in April. There is abundant sunshine year round and the rain mostly falls in the evenings. Temperatures range from a minimum of 14°C to a maximum of 36°C throughout the year.
The temperatures in Mombasa remain quiet hot for most of the year, but on you will find it very acceptable, due to the ocean breeze. The same conditions, you will find in other coastal towns such as Malindi and Lamu. The average sea temperature is usually around 26°C, and the conditions for swimming are excellent.
Western Kenya - Witness the famous annual great wildebeest migration between July and October at the Masai Mara National Reserve, in Western Kenya. Abundance of wildlife and spectacular landscapes.
Generally sunny all year, are the bushlands of northern and eastern Kenya. The temperatures are up to 40°C during the day, and less than 20°C during night time.
Rainfall does occur, but often in the form of a violent storm. July is usually the driest month, and November the wettest. Northern Kenya is full of natural, rugged beauty, an area where you hardly find people around.
Kenya via Satelite Photo
Don`t be surprised. The coldest point of Kenya and the hottest point of Kenya can be found in close distance. Wherby elevation is the major factor in temperature levels, with the higher areas, on average, as 11 °C (20 °F) cooler, day or night.
The many cities over a kilometre in elevation have temperature swings from roughly 10–26 °C (50–79 °F). Nairobi, at 1,798 m (5,899 ft), ranges from 9–27 °C (49–80 °F), and Kitale, at 1,825 m (5,988 ft), ranges from 11–28 °C (51–82 °F).[5] At night, heavy clothes or blankets are needed, in the highlands, when the temperature drops to about 10–12 °C (50–54 °F) every night. (Below More Info)
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The lowest point on Kenya is at sea level on the Indian Ocean. The highest point on Kenya is 5,197 meters above sea level at Mount Kenya.
Kenya - satelite image
Snow in Kenya - Yes, Mount Kenya has permanent snow at its peaks, and cold to freezing all year round. Night temperatures, in higher elevations, can drop even as low as -10 C. The early mornings on the mountain are usually sunny and dry. Clouds often form around midday.
Hiking at Mount Kenya is possible throughout the year but not recommended during the rainy seasons from middle of March to the middle of June and again from October to the middle of December. There are further tourist attractions within the region, as the Mount Kenya National Park and the Aberdare National Park.
Hiking at Mount Kenya is possible throughout the year but not recommended during the rainy seasons from middle of March to the middle of June and again from October to the middle of December. There are further tourist attractions within the region, as the Mount Kenya National Park and the Aberdare National Park.
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Our advice would be to have always some warmer clothing with you. Also a small pocked torch light is usefull.