Climate Insights for Kapsabet

The climate in Kapsabet is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 2325mm of precipitation falls per year. Kapsabet receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kapsabet sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Kapsabet 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 20°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Kapsabet is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2325mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 194mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 302mm of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 87mm. That's 215mm less than April, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Kapsabet is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 May, 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.

It is currently autumn in Kapsabet, which began on September 23, 2026. Kapsabet 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 (87 days from now).

The best time to visit Kapsabet is during February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 87mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 14°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 Kapsabet 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.