Climate Insights for Upper Gilgil

The climate in Upper Gilgil is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 1770mm of precipitation falls per year. Upper Gilgil receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Upper Gilgil sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Upper Gilgil sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 9°C to 22°C. March is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 15°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Upper Gilgil is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1770mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 148mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 254mm of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 41mm. That's 212mm 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.

Upper Gilgil is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 9km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Upper Gilgil, which began on March 20, 2026. Upper Gilgil sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 9°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Upper Gilgil is during March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 85mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 9°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 table below shows monthly climate averages for Upper Gilgil 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.