Climate Insights for Meru
Imenti North, Meru County, Kenya
Climate Overview
The climate in Meru is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 575 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 149 mm of rainfall. Meru sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Meru is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 22.6 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 5.9 in of rainfall. Meru sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Meru sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 29°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Meru sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 61°F to 83°F. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 61°F and an average of 70°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Meru is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 575 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 48 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 149 mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 11 mm. That's 139 mm 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.Meru is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 22.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 5.9 in of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.4 in. That's 5.5 in 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
Meru is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 12km/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 speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 6km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.Meru is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 7mph, 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 speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 4mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Meru 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 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 39 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Meru 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 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.5 in 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 Meru 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 Meru 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.