Climate Insights for Kainuk

Turkana, Kenya

Hottest
February
35°C peak
Coldest
January
19°C low
Wettest
July
112mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kainuk is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 635mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 112mm of rainfall. Kainuk sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 19° Feb Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 19° Mar Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 20° Apr Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 21° May Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 21° Jun Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 20° Jul Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Aug Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 20° Sep Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20° Oct Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 21° Nov Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 20° Dec Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 20°
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Average
Min

Kainuk sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 35°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 27°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 5mm Feb Precipitation: 4mm Mar Precipitation: 20mm Apr Precipitation: 86mm May Precipitation: 86mm Jun Precipitation: 64mm Jul Precipitation: 112mm Aug Precipitation: 102mm Sep Precipitation: 75mm Oct Precipitation: 40mm Nov Precipitation: 31mm Dec Precipitation: 10mm
Precipitation

Kainuk is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 635mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 53mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 112mm of rainfall. August and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 4mm. That's 108mm 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.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 7km/h Feb Wind Speed: 7km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 5km/h Oct Wind Speed: 6km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed

Kainuk 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 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 4km/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 7km/h in winter, 6km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

11 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Kainuk, which began on June 21, 2026. Kainuk 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 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 19°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (11 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 35°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 192mm for the season, averaging 64mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 20 to 31°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 278mm for the season, averaging 93mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 145mm over the season and a monthly average of 48mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 35°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 19mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kainuk 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
19 °C
34 °C
7 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
35 °C
7 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Mar
20 °C
35 °C
7 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
33 °C
6 km/h
86 mm
0 cm
May
21 °C
31 °C
4 km/h
86 mm
0 cm
Jun
20 °C
31 °C
5 km/h
64 mm
0 cm
Jul
20 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
112 mm
0 cm
Aug
20 °C
30 °C
4 km/h
102 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
20 °C
31 °C
5 km/h
75 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
33 °C
6 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
32 °C
7 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
33 °C
7 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
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