Climate Insights for Kapenguria

West Pokot, Kenya

Hottest
February
27°C peak
Coldest
August
14°C low
Wettest
August
278mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kapenguria is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 1972mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 278mm of rainfall. Kapenguria sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0° 5° 10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 14° Feb Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 15° Mar Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 15° 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: 14° Aug Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 14° Sep Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Oct Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Nov Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Dec Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14°
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Kapenguria sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 27°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 29mm Feb Precipitation: 23mm Mar Precipitation: 86mm Apr Precipitation: 221mm May Precipitation: 246mm Jun Precipitation: 152mm Jul Precipitation: 243mm Aug Precipitation: 278mm Sep Precipitation: 255mm Oct Precipitation: 249mm Nov Precipitation: 147mm Dec Precipitation: 43mm
Precipitation

Kapenguria is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1972mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 164mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 278mm of rainfall. September and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 23mm. That's 255mm less than August, 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: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 6km/h Mar Wind Speed: 5km/h Apr Wind Speed: 5km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Kapenguria is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 6km/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 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

88 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Kapenguria, which began on September 23, 2026. Kapenguria 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 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 14°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (88 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 15 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 553mm across the season with a monthly average of 184mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 14 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 673mm across the season with a monthly average of 224mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 14 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 651mm across the season with a monthly average of 217mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 14 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 94mm over the season and a monthly average of 31mm. 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 20°
Feb 21°
Mar 21°
Apr 20°
May 19°
Jun 18°
Jul 17°
Aug 17°
Sep 18°
Oct 19°
Nov 19°
Dec 19°

The best time to visit Kapenguria is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 45mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 14°C. 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 Kapenguria 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
26 °C
6 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Feb
15 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Mar
15 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
86 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
221 mm
0 cm
May
15 °C
24 °C
4 km/h
246 mm
0 cm
Jun
14 °C
23 °C
4 km/h
152 mm
0 cm
Jul
14 °C
22 °C
4 km/h
243 mm
0 cm
Aug
14 °C
22 °C
4 km/h
278 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
14 °C
23 °C
4 km/h
255 mm
0 cm
Oct
15 °C
24 °C
4 km/h
249 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
24 °C
4 km/h
147 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
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