Climate Insights for Kakamega

The climate in Kakamega is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1749mm of precipitation falls per year. Kakamega receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kakamega sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Kakamega sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 29°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Kakamega is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1749mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 146mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 264mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 79mm. That's 186mm less than April, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Kakamega 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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, 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 5km/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 13km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.

It is currently spring in Kakamega, which began on March 20, 2026. Kakamega 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 16°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 90 days from now.

The best time to visit Kakamega is during January, February and June, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 86mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 16°C. 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 Kakamega 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.