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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Ngong.
Ngong, Kenya, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 27°C (81°F), peaking in February at 30°C (86°F) and dipping in July to 24°C (75°F).
With around 661 mm (26 in) of annual rainfall, the city has moderate precipitation levels. April is the wettest month and July the driest. It also has a distinct dry season from July to September. The sunniest month is January, with 9.6 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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With minimal seasonal shifts, Ngong experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in February to a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in the coolest month, July.
Nights vary from 17°C (63°F) in February to around 14°C (57°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Generally, Ngong receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 661 mm (26 in) annually. The climate in Ngong shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in April, the wettest month, with an average of 128 mm (5 in) of precipitation over 20 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 17 mm (0.7 in) of rainfall over 6 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Ngong Precipitation page.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Ngong 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.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Ngong.
The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 78%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
January, March, June, July, August, September, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Ngong. In contrast, February tends to have less optimal conditions. Ngong has a distinct dry season from July to September.
Daytime highs range from 24°C (75°F) in July to 30°C (86°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from 14°C (57°F) to 17°C (63°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 661 mm (26 in). April is the wettest month with 128 mm (5 in), while July is the driest with 17 mm (0.7 in).
Ngong receives around 2,466 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 288 hours, while August is the cloudiest with just 127 hours. Overall, Ngong enjoys abundant sunshine.
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