Climate Insights for Cheptai

The climate in Cheptai is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 1866mm of precipitation falls per year. Cheptai receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cheptai sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Cheptai sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 28°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Cheptai is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1866mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 155mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 257mm of rainfall. April and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 60mm. That's 197mm less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Cheptai is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/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 10km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.

It is currently spring in Cheptai, which began on March 20, 2026. Cheptai 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 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 14°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 90 days from now.

The best time to visit Cheptai is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 66mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 14°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cheptai 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.