Climate Insights for Mandera

The climate in Mandera is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 314mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 102mm of rainfall. Mandera sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Mandera sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 24°C to 37°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 32°C. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 28°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.

Mandera is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 314mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 26mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 102mm of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0mm. That's 101mm 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.

Mandera 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, 3km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 3km/h in autumn.

It is currently summer in Mandera, which began on June 21, 2026. Mandera 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 November near 24°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mandera 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.