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Kikuyu Climate by Month

Kikuyu has a steady warm climate throughout the year. It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

The temperature in Kikuyu remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently comfortable climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 29°C in February. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 23°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 13°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Kikuyu has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 722 mm of rainfall annually. Kikuyu can be quite wet during April, receiving approximately 135 mm of precipitation over 20 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 21 mm of rainfall, spread across 6 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Kikuyu can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of January under a blue sky, with approximately 9.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in August, with only 4.2 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Nairobi, Kenya (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Nairobi, Kenya (29 KM, 18 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Kikuyu in Kenya

During the months of May, June, July, August, September and November you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Kikuyu?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Kikuyu?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 23°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Kikuyu?
    April tops the wettest month list with 135 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Kikuyu?
    July is the driest month with 21 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Kikuyu?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 288 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Kikuyu

    Thu   Dec 12
    24°C | 15°C
    NE 18 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    25°C | 15°C
    NE 14 km/h
    0.9 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    25°C | 15°C
    NE 14 km/h
    0.7 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of rain

    broken clouds and small chance of rain