Climate Insights for Iten

The climate in Iten is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 991mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 260mm of rainfall. Iten sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Iten sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 31°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Iten is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 991mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 83mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 260mm of rainfall. August and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 6mm. That's 254mm less than July, 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.

Iten is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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 6km/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 12km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.

It is currently spring in Iten, which began on March 20, 2026. Iten 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 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 16°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Iten is during January, February, March, May, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 37mm per month. 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 Iten 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.