Climate Insights for Lafey

, Mandera, Kenya

Hottest
March
37°C peak
Coldest
August
22°C low
Wettest
April
122mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Lafey is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 351mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 122mm of rainfall. Lafey sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 23° Feb Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 24° Mar Max: 37° Average: 31° Min: 25° Apr Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° May Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° Jun Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 23° Jul Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° Aug Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 22° Sep Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 22° Oct Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 23° Nov Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° Dec Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 22°
Max
Average
Min

Lafey sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 37°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 31°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 27°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°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 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 2mm Feb Precipitation: 2mm Mar Precipitation: 15mm Apr Precipitation: 122mm May Precipitation: 35mm Jun Precipitation: 5mm Jul Precipitation: 5mm Aug Precipitation: 4mm Sep Precipitation: 5mm Oct Precipitation: 54mm Nov Precipitation: 87mm Dec Precipitation: 14mm
Precipitation

Lafey is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 351mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 29mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 122mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2mm. That's 120mm 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 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 3km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 6km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 6km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 3km/h
Wind Speed

Lafey is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 3km/h in winter, 4km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 4km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

92 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Lafey, which began on June 21, 2026. Lafey 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 37°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 22°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 37°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 172mm for the season, averaging 57mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 32°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 15mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 146mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 22 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 19mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Lafey 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
23 °C
35 °C
4 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
36 °C
4 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Mar
25 °C
37 °C
3 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
33 °C
3 km/h
122 mm
0 cm
May
23 °C
32 °C
4 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
23 °C
31 °C
6 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
31 °C
6 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
32 °C
6 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Sep
22 °C
33 °C
6 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
32 °C
4 km/h
54 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
87 mm
0 cm
Dec
22 °C
33 °C
3 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
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