Climate Insights for Kisii

Kisii Central, Kisii County, Kenya

Hottest
February
28°C peak82°F peak
Coldest
July
15°C low59°F low
Wettest
April
324 mm rain12.8 in rain
Best to Visit
February, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kisii is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 1,920 mm of precipitation falls per year. Kisii receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kisii sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Kisii is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 68°F and approximately 75.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Kisii receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kisii sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°FebMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 16°MarMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°AprMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 16°MayMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 16°JunMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 15°JulMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 15°AugMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°SepMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°OctMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 16°NovMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°DecMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 79°FAverage: 68°FMin: 59°FFebMax: 82°FAverage: 70°FMin: 60°FMarMax: 81°FAverage: 69°FMin: 60°FAprMax: 79°FAverage: 68°FMin: 61°FMayMax: 78°FAverage: 68°FMin: 61°FJunMax: 77°FAverage: 67°FMin: 59°FJulMax: 77°FAverage: 67°FMin: 59°FAugMax: 78°FAverage: 67°FMin: 59°FSepMax: 79°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FOctMax: 80°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FNovMax: 78°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FDecMax: 78°FAverage: 68°FMin: 59°F
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Kisii sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 28°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Kisii sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 59°F to 82°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 59°F and an average of 67°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 125mmFebPrecipitation: 93mmMarPrecipitation: 205mmAprPrecipitation: 324mmMayPrecipitation: 190mmJunPrecipitation: 78mmJulPrecipitation: 70mmAugPrecipitation: 93mmSepPrecipitation: 119mmOctPrecipitation: 166mmNovPrecipitation: 248mmDecPrecipitation: 209mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.9inFebPrecipitation: 3.7inMarPrecipitation: 8.1inAprPrecipitation: 12.8inMayPrecipitation: 7.5inJunPrecipitation: 3.1inJulPrecipitation: 2.7inAugPrecipitation: 3.7inSepPrecipitation: 4.7inOctPrecipitation: 6.5inNovPrecipitation: 9.8inDecPrecipitation: 8.2in
Precipitation

Kisii is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,920 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 160 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 324 mm of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 70 mm. That's 255 mm 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.Kisii is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 75.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.3 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 12.8 in of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.8 in. That's 10 in 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.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 6km/hJunWind Speed: 6km/hJulWind Speed: 6km/hAugWind Speed: 6km/hSepWind Speed: 6km/hOctWind Speed: 6km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 4mphJulWind Speed: 4mphAugWind Speed: 4mphSepWind Speed: 4mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Kisii 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 August, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Kisii is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan20°68°F
Feb21°70°F
Mar21°69°F
Apr20°68°F
May20°68°F
Jun19°67°F
Jul19°67°F
Aug20°67°F
Sep20°68°F
Oct20°68°F
Nov20°68°F
Dec20°68°F

The best time to visit Kisii is during February, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 83 mm per month. 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 best time to visit Kisii is during February, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.3 in per month. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kisii 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kisii based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). 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 °C59 °F
26 °C79 °F
6 km/h3 mph
125 mm4.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
16 °C60 °F
28 °C82 °F
6 km/h4 mph
93 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
16 °C60 °F
27 °C81 °F
5 km/h3 mph
205 mm8.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
16 °C61 °F
26 °C79 °F
5 km/h3 mph
324 mm12.8 in
0 cm0 in
May
16 °C61 °F
26 °C78 °F
6 km/h4 mph
190 mm7.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
15 °C59 °F
25 °C77 °F
6 km/h4 mph
78 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C59 °F
25 °C77 °F
6 km/h4 mph
70 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C59 °F
26 °C78 °F
6 km/h4 mph
93 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C60 °F
26 °C79 °F
6 km/h4 mph
119 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
16 °C60 °F
27 °C80 °F
6 km/h4 mph
166 mm6.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
15 °C60 °F
26 °C78 °F
5 km/h3 mph
248 mm9.8 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
15 °C59 °F
26 °C78 °F
5 km/h3 mph
209 mm8.2 in
0 cm0 in