Climate Insights for Eldoret

Moiben, Uasin Gishu County, Kenya

Hottest
February
26°C peak78°F peak
Coldest
August
12°C low53°F low
Wettest
August
286 mm rain11.3 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Eldoret is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 1,951 mm of precipitation falls per year. Eldoret receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Eldoret sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Eldoret is temperate. The average annual temperature is 63°F and approximately 76.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Eldoret receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Eldoret sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°FebMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 13°MarMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 14°AprMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 14°MayMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 13°JunMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 12°JulMax: 21°Average: 16°Min: 12°AugMax: 21°Average: 16°Min: 12°SepMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 12°OctMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 13°NovMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 13°DecMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 13°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 76°FAverage: 65°FMin: 54°FFebMax: 78°FAverage: 66°FMin: 56°FMarMax: 78°FAverage: 66°FMin: 56°FAprMax: 76°FAverage: 65°FMin: 57°FMayMax: 74°FAverage: 64°FMin: 56°FJunMax: 72°FAverage: 62°FMin: 54°FJulMax: 70°FAverage: 61°FMin: 54°FAugMax: 70°FAverage: 61°FMin: 53°FSepMax: 72°FAverage: 61°FMin: 54°FOctMax: 73°FAverage: 63°FMin: 55°FNovMax: 74°FAverage: 63°FMin: 55°FDecMax: 75°FAverage: 64°FMin: 55°F
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Eldoret sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 26°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Eldoret sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 53°F to 78°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 66°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 53°F and an average of 61°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 64mmFebPrecipitation: 33mmMarPrecipitation: 96mmAprPrecipitation: 212mmMayPrecipitation: 237mmJunPrecipitation: 194mmJulPrecipitation: 244mmAugPrecipitation: 286mmSepPrecipitation: 246mmOctPrecipitation: 179mmNovPrecipitation: 104mmDecPrecipitation: 57mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.5inFebPrecipitation: 1.3inMarPrecipitation: 3.8inAprPrecipitation: 8.4inMayPrecipitation: 9.3inJunPrecipitation: 7.6inJulPrecipitation: 9.6inAugPrecipitation: 11.3inSepPrecipitation: 9.7inOctPrecipitation: 7inNovPrecipitation: 4.1inDecPrecipitation: 2.2in
Precipitation

Eldoret is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,951 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 163 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 286 mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 33 mm. That's 253 mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Eldoret is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 76.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.4 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 11.3 in of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.3 in. That's 10 in less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 8km/hMarWind Speed: 7km/hAprWind Speed: 6km/hMayWind Speed: 4km/hJunWind Speed: 3km/hJulWind Speed: 4km/hAugWind Speed: 4km/hSepWind Speed: 4km/hOctWind Speed: 6km/hNovWind Speed: 8km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 2mphJunWind Speed: 2mphJulWind Speed: 2mphAugWind Speed: 2mphSepWind Speed: 2mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Eldoret 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 February, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8km/h in winter, 6km/h in spring, 3km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Eldoret is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 3mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 5mph in winter, 3mph in spring, 2mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan18°65°F
Feb19°66°F
Mar19°66°F
Apr18°65°F
May18°64°F
Jun17°62°F
Jul16°61°F
Aug16°61°F
Sep16°61°F
Oct17°63°F
Nov17°63°F
Dec18°64°F

The best time to visit Eldoret is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 63 mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 12°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Eldoret is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.5 in per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 53°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Eldoret 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 Eldoret 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
12 °C54 °F
24 °C76 °F
7 km/h4 mph
64 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
13 °C56 °F
26 °C78 °F
8 km/h5 mph
33 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
14 °C56 °F
26 °C78 °F
7 km/h4 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
14 °C57 °F
24 °C76 °F
6 km/h4 mph
212 mm8.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
13 °C56 °F
23 °C74 °F
4 km/h2 mph
237 mm9.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C54 °F
22 °C72 °F
3 km/h2 mph
194 mm7.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C54 °F
21 °C70 °F
4 km/h2 mph
244 mm9.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C53 °F
21 °C70 °F
4 km/h2 mph
286 mm11.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C54 °F
22 °C72 °F
4 km/h2 mph
246 mm9.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
13 °C55 °F
23 °C73 °F
6 km/h3 mph
179 mm7 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
13 °C55 °F
23 °C74 °F
8 km/h5 mph
104 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
13 °C55 °F
24 °C75 °F
8 km/h5 mph
57 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in