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Ruaka Climate by Month

Ruaka has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Ruaka temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in February to a comfortable 23°C in July. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 13°C in July.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Ruaka receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 740 mm. The seasons in Ruaka, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, April, receives high rainfall, with an average of 136 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 20 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 24 mm over 7 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Ruaka, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.6 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. August sees a soft sun for only 4.2 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Nairobi, Kenya (19 KM, 12 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Nairobi, Kenya (19 KM, 12 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Ruaka in Kenya

During the months of April, May, June, July, August, September, October, 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 is the warmest month in Ruaka?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Ruaka?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 23°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Ruaka?
    April tops the wettest month list with 136 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Ruaka?
    July is the driest month with 24 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Ruaka?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 288 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Ruaka

    Sun   Dec 15
    25°C | 16°C
    NE 18 km/h
    1 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and chance of slight rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    24°C | 16°C
    NE 22 km/h
    2.4 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of rain

    broken clouds and chance of rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    24°C | 15°C
    NE 18 km/h
    3.9 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain