Climate Insights for Njoro

The climate in Njoro is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 1073mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 148mm of rainfall. Njoro sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Njoro sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 10°C to 27°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Njoro is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1073mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 89mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 148mm of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 15mm. That's 134mm less than May, 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.

Njoro 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 2km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently winter in Njoro, which began on June 21, 2026. Njoro 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 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 10°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

The best time to visit Njoro is during February, March, June, October and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 37mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 10°C. 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 Njoro 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.