Climate Insights for Shianda

Kakamega, Kenya

Hottest
February
30°C peak
Coldest
August
17°C low
Wettest
April
285mm rain
Best to Visit
February
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Shianda is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1939mm of precipitation falls per year. Shianda receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Shianda sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0° 5° 10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 18° Feb Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 18° Mar Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 18° Apr Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° May Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Jun Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 17° Jul Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Aug Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 17° Sep Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 17° Oct Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 18° Nov Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 18° Dec Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 17°
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Shianda 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.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 105mm Feb Precipitation: 75mm Mar Precipitation: 171mm Apr Precipitation: 285mm May Precipitation: 232mm Jun Precipitation: 123mm Jul Precipitation: 127mm Aug Precipitation: 147mm Sep Precipitation: 157mm Oct Precipitation: 186mm Nov Precipitation: 194mm Dec Precipitation: 137mm
Precipitation

Shianda is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1939mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 162mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 285mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 75mm. That's 210mm 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/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 7km/h Feb Wind Speed: 7km/h Mar Wind Speed: 6km/h Apr Wind Speed: 5km/h May Wind Speed: 5km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Shianda 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.

Seasons

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

87 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Shianda, which began on September 23, 2026. Shianda 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 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 17°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 18 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 688mm across the season with a monthly average of 229mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 17 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 397mm across the season with a monthly average of 132mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 17 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 537mm across the season with a monthly average of 179mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 17 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 317mm across the season with a monthly average of 106mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 23°
Mar 23°
Apr 22°
May 22°
Jun 21°
Jul 21°
Aug 21°
Sep 22°
Oct 22°
Nov 22°
Dec 22°

The best time to visit Shianda is during February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 75mm 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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Shianda 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
18 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
105 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
30 °C
7 km/h
75 mm
0 cm
Mar
18 °C
29 °C
6 km/h
171 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
285 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
232 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
123 mm
0 cm
Jul
17 °C
26 °C
5 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
147 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
17 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
157 mm
0 cm
Oct
18 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
186 mm
0 cm
Nov
18 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
194 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
137 mm
0 cm
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