Climate Insights for Nyeri
Rware Ward, Nyeri Central, Kenya
Climate Overview
The climate in Nyeri is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 1,572 mm of precipitation falls per year. Nyeri receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Nyeri sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Nyeri is temperate. The average annual temperature is 60°F and approximately 61.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Nyeri receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Nyeri sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Nyeri sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 23°C. March is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 17°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Nyeri sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 51°F to 73°F. March is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 63°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 51°F and an average of 58°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Nyeri is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,572 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 131 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 255 mm of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 62 mm. That's 193 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.Nyeri is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 61.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.2 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 10 in of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.4 in. That's 7.6 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
Nyeri is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 4km/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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 6km/h in winter, 6km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 5km/h in autumn.Nyeri 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 August, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 4mph in winter, 4mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 3mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Nyeri is during February and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 86 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 23°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 11°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 Nyeri is during February and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.4 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 73°F, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 51°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 Nyeri 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 Nyeri 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.