Kenya Weather Forecast
Kenya weather: 82°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Kenya?
Yes - rain is likely in Kenya today.
A 88% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 1,9 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon and Tue.
The next 7 days carry about 4.6 times a normal week's rain for October (1,9 in against 0,4 in).
16-day forecast for Kenya
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light showers | 83° / 62° | 88% · 0,2 in | 12 mph | 10 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌧️ Showers | 79° / 62° | 94% · 0,3 in | 11 mph | 10 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light showers | 78° / 60° | 94% · 0,3 in | 11 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌧️ Showers | 72° / 60° | 99% · 0,4 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 75° / 60° | 64% · 0,2 in | 10 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 76° / 60° | 55% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 10 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 76° / 61° | 76% · 0,4 in | 9 mph | 10 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 78° / 61° | 78% · 0,2 in | 8 mph | 10 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 76° / 61° | 92% · 0,3 in | 6 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 74° / 61° | 77% · 0,5 in | 5 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 76° / 60° | 79% · 0,2 in | 8 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 77° / 59° | 75% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 77° / 61° | 58% · 0,2 in | 12 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 77° / 62° | 68% · 0,3 in | 9 mph | 10 |
| Wed, Nov 11 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 75° / 62° | 62% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 10 |
| Thu, Nov 12 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 78° / 60° | 58% · 0,0 in | 14 mph | 10 |
What this means for Kenya
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 83°F is in line with the 80°F typical for this month.
A 88% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 38°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, April and November - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Kenya?
Kenya is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are -1.2921, 36.8219. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Kenya right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 39% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Kenya?
January, February, June, July, August, September, October and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Kenya, which has a Mediterranean climate. March, April and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Kenya in?
Kenya observes Africa/Nairobi (UTC+03:00). The local time is 12:13 AM.
How many people live in Kenya?
Kenya has a population of approximately 55 million.
What is the nearest airport to Kenya?
The closest airports are Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), 8 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Kenya?
Popular options include Maasai Mara National Reserve, Mount Kenya, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
What places are in Kenya?
Kenya covers 3 places in this atlas, including Maasai Mara National Reserve, Nairobi and Mount Kenya.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 29, 2026 at 12:13 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
