Climate Insights for Kapsowar

, Elegeyo-Marakwet, Kenya

Hottest
February
26°C peak
Coldest
August
12°C low
Wettest
August
615mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kapsowar is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 3755mm of precipitation falls per year. Kapsowar receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kapsowar 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: 25° Average: 19° Min: 13° Feb Max: 26° Average: 19° Min: 14° Mar Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 14° Apr Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 15° May Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Jun Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 13° Jul Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 13° Aug Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 12° Sep Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 13° Oct Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Nov Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 13° Dec Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13°
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Average
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Kapsowar sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 26°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm 600mm 650mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 99mm Feb Precipitation: 65mm Mar Precipitation: 130mm Apr Precipitation: 280mm May Precipitation: 420mm Jun Precipitation: 517mm Jul Precipitation: 586mm Aug Precipitation: 615mm Sep Precipitation: 545mm Oct Precipitation: 237mm Nov Precipitation: 144mm Dec Precipitation: 117mm
Precipitation

Kapsowar is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3755mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 313mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 615mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 65mm. That's 551mm less than August, 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: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 1km/h Jul Wind Speed: 1km/h Aug Wind Speed: 1km/h Sep Wind Speed: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Kapsowar is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 1km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Seasons

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

92 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Kapsowar, which began on June 21, 2026. Kapsowar 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 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 12°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 14 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 830mm across the season with a monthly average of 277mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 12 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1718mm across the season with a monthly average of 573mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 13 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 926mm across the season with a monthly average of 309mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 13 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 280mm for the season, averaging 93mm 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 19°
Feb 19°
Mar 20°
Apr 19°
May 18°
Jun 17°
Jul 16°
Aug 16°
Sep 17°
Oct 18°
Nov 18°
Dec 18°

The best time to visit Kapsowar is during January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 82mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 12°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 Kapsowar 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
13 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
99 mm
0 cm
Feb
14 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Mar
14 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
130 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
280 mm
0 cm
May
14 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
420 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
13 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
517 mm
0 cm
Jul
13 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
586 mm
0 cm
Aug
12 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
615 mm
0 cm
Sep
13 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
545 mm
0 cm
Oct
14 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
237 mm
0 cm
Nov
13 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
144 mm
0 cm
Dec
13 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
117 mm
0 cm
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