Average Monthly Sunshine in Nakuru

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Nakuru receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Nakuru Nusa Penida experiences both sunny and cloudy or rainy periods, with some seasonal variation. It receives approximately 245 hours of sunshine in January and 165 hours in November, contributing to a total annual sunshine amount of 2584 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. January sees up to 8.2 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. November, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.5 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Nakuru’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Nakuru enjoys an average of 2584 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

April, Nakuru’s wettest month, receives 77 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 28°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Nakuru Precipitation page.