Best Time to Visit Kakamega
The best months to visit Kakamega are Jan, Feb, Jun. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jan, Feb, Jun
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Kakamega. Expect highs of 28°C to 31°C to 25°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
February
31°C high
Coldest Month
January
14°C low
Driest Month
February
6 rain days
Wettest Month
April
26 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 28°C / Low: 14°C
9 rain days
February
High: 31°C / Low: 15°C
6 rain days
March
High: 29°C / Low: 15°C
17 rain days
April
High: 26°C / Low: 15°C
26 rain days
May
High: 26°C / Low: 15°C
20 rain days
June
High: 25°C / Low: 14°C
16 rain days
July
High: 25°C / Low: 14°C
17 rain days
August
High: 26°C / Low: 14°C
17 rain days
September
High: 27°C / Low: 14°C
18 rain days
October
High: 27°C / Low: 15°C
23 rain days
November
High: 26°C / Low: 14°C
22 rain days
December
High: 28°C / Low: 14°C
12 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Kakamega
Peak Season
January, February, June
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
March, May, July, December
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
April, August, September, October, November
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January★ | 28°C | 14°C | 9 | Peak Season |
February★ | 31°C | 15°C | 6 | Peak Season |
March | 29°C | 15°C | 17 | Shoulder Season |
April | 26°C | 15°C | 26 | Off Season |
May | 26°C | 15°C | 20 | Shoulder Season |
June★ | 25°C | 14°C | 16 | Peak Season |
July | 25°C | 14°C | 17 | Shoulder Season |
August | 26°C | 14°C | 17 | Off Season |
September | 27°C | 14°C | 18 | Off Season |
October | 27°C | 15°C | 23 | Off Season |
November | 26°C | 14°C | 22 | Off Season |
December | 28°C | 14°C | 12 | Shoulder Season |
Season Timeline
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