Climate Insights for Bomet
Bomet Central, Kenya
Climate Overview
The climate in Bomet is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 1,556 mm of precipitation falls per year. Bomet receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bomet sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bomet is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 61.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Bomet receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bomet sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Bomet sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 26°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Bomet sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 55°F to 79°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 67°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 55°F and an average of 64°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Bomet is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,556 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 130 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 263 mm of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 64 mm. That's 199 mm less than April, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Bomet is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 61.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.1 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 10.4 in of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.5 in. That's 7.8 in less than April, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Bomet is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Bomet is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 4mph in winter, 4mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bomet is during February, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 81 mm per month. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Bomet is during February, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bomet based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bomet based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.