Kisumu Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Kisumu’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
Year-round, Kisumu experiences a consistently comfortable climate. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a warm 30°C in February to a warm 26°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 19°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Kisumu by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 91 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 13 days.
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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Kisumu Temperatures Compared World Wide
Kisumu’s average annual maximum temperature is 27°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
Interlaken, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 8°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Meanwhile, New York City, USA, experiences a more pronounced seasonal variation with an average annual temperature of 17°C.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
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 Kisumu’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Kisumu climate page.
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