Climate Insights for North Horr

, Marsabit, Kenya

Hottest
February
38°C peak
Coldest
August
25°C low
Wettest
April
31mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in North Horr is hot. The average annual temperature is 31°C and approximately 136mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 31mm of rainfall. North Horr sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 37° Average: 31° Min: 25° Feb Max: 38° Average: 32° Min: 26° Mar Max: 38° Average: 32° Min: 27° Apr Max: 36° Average: 31° Min: 26° May Max: 36° Average: 31° Min: 26° Jun Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 25° Jul Max: 35° Average: 30° Min: 25° Aug Max: 35° Average: 30° Min: 25° Sep Max: 36° Average: 31° Min: 25° Oct Max: 36° Average: 31° Min: 26° Nov Max: 35° Average: 30° Min: 25° Dec Max: 36° Average: 31° Min: 25°
Max
Average
Min

North Horr sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 25°C to 38°C. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 32°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 30°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 11mm Feb Precipitation: 3mm Mar Precipitation: 11mm Apr Precipitation: 31mm May Precipitation: 18mm Jun Precipitation: 13mm Jul Precipitation: 12mm Aug Precipitation: 5mm Sep Precipitation: 2mm Oct Precipitation: 10mm Nov Precipitation: 15mm Dec Precipitation: 5mm
Precipitation

North Horr is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 136mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 11mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 31mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2mm. That's 29mm 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 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h 35km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 28km/h Feb Wind Speed: 31km/h Mar Wind Speed: 31km/h Apr Wind Speed: 28km/h May Wind Speed: 29km/h Jun Wind Speed: 31km/h Jul Wind Speed: 31km/h Aug Wind Speed: 33km/h Sep Wind Speed: 33km/h Oct Wind Speed: 31km/h Nov Wind Speed: 29km/h Dec Wind Speed: 28km/h
Wind Speed

North Horr is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 30km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 33km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 28km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 29km/h in winter, 29km/h in spring, 32km/h in summer, 31km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in North Horr, which began on March 20, 2026. North Horr sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 38°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 25°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 38°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 60mm over the season and a monthly average of 20mm. Winds are strong, averaging 29km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 25 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 29mm for the entire season. Winds are strong, averaging 32km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 25 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 28mm for the entire season. Winds are strong, averaging 31km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 25 to 38°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 19mm for the entire season. Winds are strong, averaging 29km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for North Horr 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
25 °C
37 °C
28 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
38 °C
31 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
27 °C
38 °C
31 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
36 °C
28 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
36 °C
29 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
36 °C
31 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
35 °C
31 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
35 °C
33 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
36 °C
33 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
36 °C
31 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
35 °C
29 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
36 °C
28 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
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