Climate Insights for Embu Airport

The climate in Embu Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 1397mm of precipitation falls per year. Embu Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Embu Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Embu Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 28°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Embu Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1397mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 116mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 295mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 49mm. That's 246mm less than April, 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.

Embu Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 10km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Embu Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Embu Airport sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 15°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 90 days from now.

The best time to visit Embu Airport is during January, February, March, June, July, August, September and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 71mm 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 Embu Airport 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.