Climate Insights for Bomet

The climate in Bomet is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 1556mm 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.

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 is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1556mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 130mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 263mm of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 64mm. That's 199mm 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 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.

It is currently spring in Bomet, which began on September 23, 2026. Bomet sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 13°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

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 81mm 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 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.