Kenya in august: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Kenya in august 2024
In this section, find the the weather forecast for august for most popular cities in Kenya. These forecasts are statistics for the month of august from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in august in Nairobi
good weather UV index: 6
Weather at 6am
59°F
Partly Cloudy
49% of time
15%
13%
11%
Weather at 12pm
72°F
Partly Cloudy
42% of time
33%
22%
4%
Weather at 6pm
72°F
Partly Cloudy
45% of time
30%
17%
10%
Weather at 3am
59°F
57%
12%
11%
9%
Where to go in Kenya in august?
Where to go in Kenya in august: destination map
Where to go in each region in august?
| Central of Kenya (Nairobi, Lake Naivasha National Park, Mount Kenya National Park...) | 68°F to 77°F | 5 à 11 days | good weather | |
| East Coast of Kenya (Mombasa, Malindi, Lamu...) | 83°F to 85°F | 1 à 3 days | 79°F | good weather |
| North of Kenya (Lodwar, Marsabit National Park, Sibiloi National Park...) | 81°F to 92°F | 0 à 2 days | perfect weather* | |
| Northeast of Kenya (Mandera, Garissa, Wajir...) | 92°F to 94°F | 0 day | good weather* | |
| Nyanza (Kisumu, Kisii, Siaya...) | 72°F to 83°F | 13 à 23 days | tolerable weather* | |
| South Rift Valley (Tsavo West National Park, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kitale...) | 74°F to 85°F | 0 à 19 days | good weather* |
Where should you go in Kenya in august when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Kenya in august ranges from perfect to tolerable depending on the region and city.
On the month of august the weather in Kenya is perfect, but in Lodwar only. Thus, in Lodwar the conditions are met so that you can enjoy 100% your vacations: the sun is guaranteed, precipitations are scarce and the humidity is bearable. It is therefore the ideal month to travel to this city!
Please note that the weather is good in Nairobi. Here, temperatures are attractive and allow you to visit and enjoy the sun.
If you do not go the sun and blue sky, but, for example for hiking, the cities of Malindi, Mombasa and Nakuru have a just ok weather for it in august. Eventually, we advise you to avoid you get in Eldoret and Kisumu that month because the climate is pretty unfavorable.
Climate in Kenya in august
Climate in Nairobi in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in Nairobi is 68°F (maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 59°F). The climate pleasant there in the month of august. With 2.8in over 5 days, you will experience some showers throughout your journey. But this is reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With good weather conditions, august is a good month to go in Nairobi.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 68°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 59°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (17%) | ||
| Humidity | 90% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 40% | ||
| Length of day | 12:04 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Maasai Mara National Reserve in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in Maasai Mara National Reserve is 70°F (maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 58°F). The climate is quite comfortable there in the month of august. With 3.5in over 7 days, rain may occur for your journey. But this is moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a good climate, the month of august is an advisable month to go in this locality.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 70°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (22%) | ||
| Humidity | 82% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 24% | ||
| Length of day | 12:05 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Mombasa in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in Mombasa is 79°F (maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 74°F). The climate quite comfortable in this location in august. With just 1.5in over 1 days, rain may be scarce for your vacations.
With a correct climate, the month of august is okay (but not good month) for traveling there in Kenya.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 79°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 78°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (3%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 40% | ||
| Length of day | 11:59 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Mount Kenya National Park in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in Mount Kenya National Park is 61°F (maximum temperature is 68°F and minimum temperature is 52°F). The climate is comfortable around this city in the month of august. With 6.4in over 10 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your journey. But this is pretty moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, the month of august is okay (but not good time) for traveling in Mount Kenya National Park.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 61°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 68°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Rainfall | 6.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 10 day(s) (31%) | ||
| Humidity | 91% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 39% | ||
| Length of day | 12:06 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Lake Naivasha National Park in august
In august, maximum temperature is 74°F and minimum temperature is 54°F (for an average temperature of 63°F). The climate is good here in august. With 6.6in over 11 days, rainfall can happen throughout your trip. But this is pretty reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With a correct climate, the month of august is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this city in Kenya.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 63°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Rainfall | 6.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 11 day(s) (35%) | ||
| Humidity | 90% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 33% | ||
| Length of day | 12:05 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
All cities in Kenya in august
| Nairobi in august | good weather |
| Maasai Mara National Reserve in august | good weather |
| Mombasa in august | good weather |
| Mount Kenya National Park in august | good weather |
| Lake Naivasha National Park in august | good weather |
| Tsavo West National Park in august | perfect weather |
| Amboseli National Park in august | perfect weather |
| Garissa in august | good weather |
| Kisii in august | tolerable weather |
| Kisumu in august | tolerable weather |
| Kitale in august | good weather |
| Lamu in august | good weather |
| Lodwar in august | perfect weather |
| Malindi in august | good weather |
| Mandera in august | perfect weather |
| Marsabit National Park in august | perfect weather |
| Mwingi National Reserve in august | good weather |
| Siaya in august | tolerable weather |
| Sibiloi National Park in august | perfect weather |
| Wajir in august | good weather |
| Aberdare National Park in august | good weather |
Weather data for Kenya in august:
Weather data for Kenya in august is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Kenya. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Kenya can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Kenya.