Climate Insights for Ngong

The climate in Ngong is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 705mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 163mm of rainfall. Ngong sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Ngong sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 29°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Ngong is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 705mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 59mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 163mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 13mm. That's 149mm 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.

Ngong 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 February, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, 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.

It is currently winter in Ngong, which began on June 21, 2026. Ngong 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 15°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 91 days from now.

The best time to visit Ngong is during January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 43mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ngong 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.