Climate Insights for Kisumu

The climate in Kisumu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1,995 mm of precipitation falls per year. Kisumu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kisumu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Kisumu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 78.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Kisumu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kisumu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Kisumu has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.Kisumu has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 17°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 74°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 65°F and an average of 71°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.

Kisumu is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,995 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 166 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 304 mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 89 mm. That's 215 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.Kisumu is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 78.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.5 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 12 in of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 3.5 in. That's 8.5 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.

Kisumu 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 February, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, 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 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Kisumu is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, 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.

The best time to visit Kisumu is during February and June, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 90 mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 18°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 best time to visit Kisumu is during February and June, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 65°F. 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 Kisumu 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 Kisumu 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.