Climate Insights for Butere

, Kakamega, Kenya

Hottest
March
30°C peak
Coldest
July
18°C low
Wettest
April
339mm rain
Best to Visit
February, March, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Butere is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1659mm of precipitation falls per year. Butere receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Butere sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 20° Feb Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 20° Mar Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 20° Apr Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° May Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 19° Jun Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° Jul Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° Aug Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Sep Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Oct Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Nov Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Dec Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19°
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Butere sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 30°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 139mm Feb Precipitation: 38mm Mar Precipitation: 80mm Apr Precipitation: 339mm May Precipitation: 250mm Jun Precipitation: 124mm Jul Precipitation: 94mm Aug Precipitation: 102mm Sep Precipitation: 116mm Oct Precipitation: 121mm Nov Precipitation: 186mm Dec Precipitation: 68mm
Precipitation

Butere is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1659mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 138mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 339mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 38mm. That's 301mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 1km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Butere is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

52 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Butere, which began on June 21, 2026. Butere 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 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 18°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 19 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 670mm across the season with a monthly average of 223mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 321mm across the season with a monthly average of 107mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 423mm across the season with a monthly average of 141mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 30°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 245mm for the season, averaging 82mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 24°
Mar 25°
Apr 23°
May 22°
Jun 22°
Jul 22°
Aug 22°
Sep 23°
Oct 23°
Nov 23°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Butere is during February, March, July and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 70mm per month. 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 Butere 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
20 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
139 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
38 mm
0 cm
Mar
20 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
80 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
339 mm
0 cm
May
19 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
250 mm
0 cm
Jun
18 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
124 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
Aug Current
18 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
102 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
116 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
121 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
186 mm
0 cm
Dec
19 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
68 mm
0 cm
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