Climate Insights for Konza

Machakos, Kenya

Hottest
March
27°C peak
Coldest
July
14°C low
Wettest
April
150mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Konza is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 655mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 150mm of rainfall. Konza 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: 16° Feb Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° Mar Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 17° Apr Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° May Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 16° Jun Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 14° Jul Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Aug Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 14° Sep Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15° Oct Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° Nov Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 17° Dec Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16°
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Average
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Konza sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 27°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July 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.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 54mm Feb Precipitation: 33mm Mar Precipitation: 78mm Apr Precipitation: 150mm May Precipitation: 60mm Jun Precipitation: 14mm Jul Precipitation: 9mm Aug Precipitation: 11mm Sep Precipitation: 11mm Oct Precipitation: 42mm Nov Precipitation: 119mm Dec Precipitation: 74mm
Precipitation

Konza is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 655mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 55mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 150mm of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 9mm. That's 140mm less than April, 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: 9km/h Feb Wind Speed: 9km/h Mar Wind Speed: 9km/h Apr Wind Speed: 8km/h May Wind Speed: 8km/h Jun Wind Speed: 7km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 9km/h Sep Wind Speed: 10km/h Oct Wind Speed: 10km/h Nov Wind Speed: 9km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Konza is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

87 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Konza, which began on September 23, 2026. Konza 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 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 14°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 15 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 172mm for the season, averaging 57mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 161mm for the season, averaging 54mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 16 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 288mm for the season, averaging 96mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 14 to 24°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 34mm for the entire season. 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 20°
Feb 21°
Mar 22°
Apr 21°
May 20°
Jun 19°
Jul 18°
Aug 18°
Sep 20°
Oct 21°
Nov 20°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit Konza is during January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 39mm per month. 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 Konza 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
16 °C
26 °C
9 km/h
54 mm
0 cm
Feb
16 °C
27 °C
9 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Mar
17 °C
27 °C
9 km/h
78 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
26 °C
8 km/h
150 mm
0 cm
May
16 °C
24 °C
8 km/h
60 mm
0 cm
Jun
14 °C
23 °C
7 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Jul
14 °C
23 °C
8 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Aug
14 °C
24 °C
9 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
15 °C
25 °C
10 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
26 °C
10 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Nov
17 °C
25 °C
9 km/h
119 mm
0 cm
Dec
16 °C
25 °C
9 km/h
74 mm
0 cm
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