Climate Insights for Mumias

Mumias West, Kakamega County, Kenya

Hottest
February
30°C peak86°F peak
Coldest
August
17°C low63°F low
Wettest
April
285 mm rain11.2 in rain
Best to Visit
February
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mumias is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1,939 mm of precipitation falls per year. Mumias receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Mumias sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Mumias is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 76.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Mumias receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Mumias sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 18°FebMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 18°MarMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 18°AprMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 18°MayMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 18°JunMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 17°JulMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°AugMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 17°SepMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 17°OctMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 18°NovMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 18°DecMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 17°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 84°FAverage: 73°FMin: 64°FFebMax: 86°FAverage: 74°FMin: 65°FMarMax: 84°FAverage: 73°FMin: 65°FAprMax: 81°FAverage: 72°FMin: 65°FMayMax: 81°FAverage: 71°FMin: 64°FJunMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 63°FJulMax: 79°FAverage: 70°FMin: 63°FAugMax: 80°FAverage: 71°FMin: 63°FSepMax: 82°FAverage: 71°FMin: 63°FOctMax: 82°FAverage: 72°FMin: 64°FNovMax: 82°FAverage: 72°FMin: 64°FDecMax: 83°FAverage: 72°FMin: 63°F
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Mumias sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Mumias sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 63°F to 86°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 74°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 63°F and an average of 71°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 105mmFebPrecipitation: 75mmMarPrecipitation: 171mmAprPrecipitation: 285mmMayPrecipitation: 232mmJunPrecipitation: 123mmJulPrecipitation: 127mmAugPrecipitation: 147mmSepPrecipitation: 157mmOctPrecipitation: 186mmNovPrecipitation: 194mmDecPrecipitation: 137mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.1inFebPrecipitation: 3inMarPrecipitation: 6.7inAprPrecipitation: 11.2inMayPrecipitation: 9.1inJunPrecipitation: 4.8inJulPrecipitation: 5inAugPrecipitation: 5.8inSepPrecipitation: 6.2inOctPrecipitation: 7.3inNovPrecipitation: 7.6inDecPrecipitation: 5.4in
Precipitation

Mumias is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,939 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 162 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 285 mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 75 mm. That's 210 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.Mumias is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 76.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.4 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 11.2 in of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 3 in. That's 8.3 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: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 5km/hJunWind Speed: 5km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 5km/hSepWind Speed: 6km/hOctWind Speed: 5km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Mumias 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 May, 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.Mumias 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 February, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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

Jan23°73°F
Feb23°74°F
Mar23°73°F
Apr22°72°F
May22°71°F
Jun21°70°F
Jul21°70°F
Aug21°71°F
Sep22°71°F
Oct22°72°F
Nov22°72°F
Dec22°72°F

The best time to visit Mumias is during February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 75 mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 17°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 Mumias is during February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 74°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 63°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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mumias 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 Mumias 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
18 °C64 °F
29 °C84 °F
7 km/h4 mph
105 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C65 °F
30 °C86 °F
7 km/h4 mph
75 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C65 °F
29 °C84 °F
6 km/h4 mph
171 mm6.7 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
18 °C65 °F
27 °C81 °F
5 km/h3 mph
285 mm11.2 in
0 cm0 in
May
18 °C64 °F
27 °C81 °F
5 km/h3 mph
232 mm9.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
17 °C63 °F
27 °C80 °F
5 km/h3 mph
123 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
17 °C63 °F
26 °C79 °F
5 km/h3 mph
127 mm5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
17 °C63 °F
27 °C80 °F
5 km/h3 mph
147 mm5.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
17 °C63 °F
28 °C82 °F
6 km/h3 mph
157 mm6.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
18 °C64 °F
28 °C82 °F
5 km/h3 mph
186 mm7.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
18 °C64 °F
28 °C82 °F
5 km/h3 mph
194 mm7.6 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
28 °C83 °F
6 km/h4 mph
137 mm5.4 in
0 cm0 in