Climate normals · 1970–2000
Nakuru Climate
Nakuru is a city in Kenya (39) with a population of about 570,674. Its average annual temperature is 17.1°C (63°F), with roughly 863 mm of rain per year.
17.1°C
Avg Temp
863
Precip (mm/yr)
Mar
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
Nakuru Climate
Nakuru has an average annual temperature of 17.1°C (63°F) and receives about 863 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is March and the coldest is July. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.1°C
Avg Temp
863
Precip (mm/yr)
Mar
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 17° / 63° | 26 mm |
| February | 18° / 64° | 36 mm |
| March | 18° / 65° | 60 mm |
| April | 18° / 64° | 134 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 109 mm |
| June | 17° / 62° | 67 mm |
| July | 16° / 61° | 91 mm |
| August | 16° / 61° | 99 mm |
| September | 16° / 62° | 62 mm |
| October | 17° / 62° | 57 mm |
| November | 17° / 62° | 75 mm |
| December | 17° / 62° | 47 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Nakuru
The most comfortable months to visit Nakuru are typically January, February and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is March (around 26°C high). The coldest is July (near 10°C low). April is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Nakuru are typically January, February and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Nakuru, Kenya has an average annual temperature of 17.1°C and about 863 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is March and the coldest is July.
In March, the hottest month, daily highs in Nakuru average about 26°C (80°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.