Climate Insights for Mai

, Nakuru, Kenya

Hottest
March
28°C peak
Coldest
August
12°C low
Wettest
April
164mm rain
Best to Visit
February, March, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mai is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 661mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 164mm of rainfall. Mai 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: 15° Feb Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 14° Mar Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 16° Apr Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° May Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Jun Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 13° Jul Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 12° Aug Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 12° Sep Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 12° Oct Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 14° Nov Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14° Dec Max: 26° Average: 19° Min: 14°
Max
Average
Min

Mai sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 28°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 109mm Feb Precipitation: 55mm Mar Precipitation: 38mm Apr Precipitation: 164mm May Precipitation: 90mm Jun Precipitation: 41mm Jul Precipitation: 7mm Aug Precipitation: 16mm Sep Precipitation: 25mm Oct Precipitation: 20mm Nov Precipitation: 77mm Dec Precipitation: 18mm
Precipitation

Mai is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 661mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 55mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 164mm of rainfall. January and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 7mm. That's 157mm 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: 2km/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: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 3km/h
Wind Speed

Mai 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 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

52 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Mai, which began on June 21, 2026. Mai 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 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 12°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 12 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 122mm over the season and a monthly average of 41mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 14 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 183mm for the season, averaging 61mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 292mm for the season, averaging 97mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 12 to 22°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 64mm over the season and a monthly average of 21mm. 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 20°
Mar 21°
Apr 20°
May 18°
Jun 17°
Jul 17°
Aug 17°
Sep 18°
Oct 20°
Nov 19°
Dec 19°

The best time to visit Mai is during February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 39mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mai 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
15 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
109 mm
0 cm
Feb
14 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
Mar
16 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
38 mm
0 cm
Apr
16 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
164 mm
0 cm
May
15 °C
22 °C
2 km/h
90 mm
0 cm
Jun
13 °C
22 °C
2 km/h
41 mm
0 cm
Jul
12 °C
22 °C
2 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Aug Current
12 °C
22 °C
2 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Sep
12 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Oct
14 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
Nov
14 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
77 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
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