Climate Insights for Kiambur

Laikipia, Kenya

Hottest
March
30°C peak
Coldest
September
15°C low
Wettest
May
190mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kiambur is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1447mm of precipitation falls per year. Kiambur receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kiambur 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: 28° Average: 22° Min: 15° Feb Max: 30° Average: 22° Min: 16° Mar Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 17° Apr Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 17° May Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° Jun Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Jul Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° Aug Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15° Sep Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 15° Oct Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 16° Nov Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° Dec Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 16°
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Average
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Kiambur sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 30°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 61mm Feb Precipitation: 34mm Mar Precipitation: 67mm Apr Precipitation: 185mm May Precipitation: 190mm Jun Precipitation: 118mm Jul Precipitation: 175mm Aug Precipitation: 178mm Sep Precipitation: 130mm Oct Precipitation: 135mm Nov Precipitation: 112mm Dec Precipitation: 62mm
Precipitation

Kiambur is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1447mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 121mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 190mm of rainfall. April and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 34mm. That's 156mm less than May, 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: 7km/h May Wind Speed: 5km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 6km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed

Kiambur 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 July, 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 be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

87 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Kiambur, which began on September 23, 2026. Kiambur 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 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in September near 15°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 16 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 442mm across the season with a monthly average of 147mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 15 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 471mm across the season with a monthly average of 157mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 377mm across the season with a monthly average of 126mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 15 to 30°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 158mm for the season, averaging 53mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 22°
Feb 22°
Mar 23°
Apr 22°
May 21°
Jun 20°
Jul 20°
Aug 20°
Sep 20°
Oct 21°
Nov 21°
Dec 21°

The best time to visit Kiambur is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 56mm per month. By contrast, September can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 15°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 Kiambur 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
15 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
61 mm
0 cm
Feb
16 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Mar
17 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
67 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
28 °C
7 km/h
185 mm
0 cm
May
16 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
190 mm
0 cm
Jun
16 °C
26 °C
5 km/h
118 mm
0 cm
Jul
16 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
175 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
178 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
15 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
130 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
135 mm
0 cm
Nov
16 °C
27 °C
7 km/h
112 mm
0 cm
Dec
16 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
62 mm
0 cm
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