Ukunda Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Ukunda has a steady warm climate throughout the year.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Ukunda temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in February to a comfortable 28°C in the coolest month, August.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 23°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Ukunda experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1123 mm of precipitation annually. The climate in Ukunda shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in May, with an average of 251 mm of precipitation over 18 rainy days. In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 22 mm of rainfall over 4 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Ukunda Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
Ukunda offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between October (9.2 hours daily) and May (6.7 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Ukunda.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 82%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 75%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Ukunda in Kenya
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January and February.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in April and May.
March has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
May tops the wettest month list with 251 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 22 mm of precipitation.
October is the sunniest month with an average of 275 hours of sunshine.
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