Climate Insights for Juja

Kiambu, Kenya

Hottest
March
27°C peak
Coldest
August
13°C low
Wettest
April
216mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Juja is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 935mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 216mm of rainfall. Juja sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14° Feb Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 15° Mar Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° Apr Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° May Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Jun Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Jul Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 13° Aug Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 13° Sep Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14° Oct Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° Nov Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Dec Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15°
Max
Average
Min

Juja sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 27°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°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 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 40mm Feb Precipitation: 27mm Mar Precipitation: 70mm Apr Precipitation: 216mm May Precipitation: 136mm Jun Precipitation: 50mm Jul Precipitation: 32mm Aug Precipitation: 35mm Sep Precipitation: 39mm Oct Precipitation: 87mm Nov Precipitation: 137mm Dec Precipitation: 66mm
Precipitation

Juja is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 935mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 78mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 216mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 27mm. That's 189mm 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.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 9km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 5km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 6km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed

Juja is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, 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 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 5km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

12 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Juja, which began on June 21, 2026. Juja 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 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 13°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (12 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 14 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 263mm for the season, averaging 88mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 14 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 133mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 422mm across the season with a monthly average of 141mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 13 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 117mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 19°
Feb 20°
Mar 21°
Apr 20°
May 19°
Jun 18°
Jul 17°
Aug 18°
Sep 19°
Oct 20°
Nov 19°
Dec 19°

The best time to visit Juja is during January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 50mm per month. 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 Juja 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
14 °C
25 °C
8 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
Feb
15 °C
27 °C
9 km/h
27 mm
0 cm
Mar
16 °C
27 °C
8 km/h
70 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
25 °C
6 km/h
216 mm
0 cm
May
15 °C
24 °C
5 km/h
136 mm
0 cm
Jun
14 °C
23 °C
5 km/h
50 mm
0 cm
Jul
13 °C
22 °C
5 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
Aug
13 °C
23 °C
6 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
14 °C
25 °C
6 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
Oct
15 °C
26 °C
7 km/h
87 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
24 °C
7 km/h
137 mm
0 cm
Dec
15 °C
24 °C
8 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
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