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Machakos Climate by Month

Machakos has relatively stable weather with warm temperatures. It maintains moderate precipitation patterns. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Machakos temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in February to a comfortable 24°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 14°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Machakos receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 836 mm. The climate in Machakos shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in November, with an average of 166 mm of precipitation over 21 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 12 mm of rainfall over 5 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Machakos serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in January with an average of 9.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in August, offering only 4.2 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Nairobi, Kenya (45 KM, 27 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Nairobi, Kenya (45 KM, 27 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Machakos in Kenya

During the months of May, June, July, August, November and December 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 months have the greatest rainfall in Machakos?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in April and November.
  • Does Machakos have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Machakos?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Machakos?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 24°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Machakos?
    November tops the wettest month list with 166 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Machakos?
    July is the driest month with 12 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Machakos?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 288 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Machakos

    Sat   Dec 14
    26°C | 15°C
    NE 11 km/h
    0.7 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    26°C | 16°C
    E 18 km/h
    1.1 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and chance of slight rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    25°C | 15°C
    NE 18 km/h
    1.6 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain