Climate Insights for Mau Narok

The climate in Mau Narok is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 926mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 157mm of rainfall. Mau Narok sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Mau Narok sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 25°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 18°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Mau Narok is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 926mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 77mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 157mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 21mm. That's 136mm 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.

Mau Narok is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently autumn in Mau Narok, which began on March 20, 2026. Mau Narok 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 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 11°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Mau Narok is during January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 70mm 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 table below shows monthly climate averages for Mau Narok 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.