Garissa Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Garissa’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Kenya.
Monthly Temperature Averages
With minimal seasonal shifts, Garissa experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 37°C in March to a very warm 32°C in the coolest month, August. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 22°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Garissa by month:
The minimum temperature is commonly observed between 4 AM and 6 AM, with the maximum occurring around 3 PM, when the sun’s strength is at its peak. March, the city’s warmest month, sees 266 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
August, the city’s coldest month, sees about 5.7 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 3 days. It records 257 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Kenya Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Kenya. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Garissa Temperatures Compared World Wide
Garissa’s average annual maximum temperature is 35°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
In contrast, in ReykjavÃk, Iceland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 9°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Garissa, during the coolest month, August, you will experience 55% humidity, which is considered moderate. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 33°C. In the warmest month, March, the humidity is 55% combined with an average maximum temperature of 37°C, which creates a moderate-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Garissa’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Garissa climate page.
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