Nakuru Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Nakuru’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
The temperature in Nakuru changes very little across the seasons, maintaining a similar climate throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a warm 28°C in March. In August, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a warm 23°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around 12°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Nakuru by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest. March, the city’s warmest month, experiences 223 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
August, the city’s coldest month, sees about 102 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 18 days. It records 214 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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Nakuru Temperatures Compared World Wide
Nakuru’s average annual maximum temperature is 25°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.
Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Boston, USA, experiences seasonal shifts similar to New York, with an average annual temperature of 16°C.
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 Nakuru, during the coolest month, August, you will experience 67% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 23°C. In the warmest month, March, the humidity is 53% combined with an average maximum temperature of 28°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 Nakuru’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Nakuru climate page.
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