Kenya, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 20°C (68°F) in Nyeri to 35°C (95°F) in Lodwar. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Lodwar and 11°C (52°F) in Nyeri.
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Average daytime highs in Kenya during August reach about 24°C (75°F) in Nairobi.
Nairobi sees nighttime lows close to 14°C (57°F) in August.
Based on our systematic data collection, Lodwar has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 35°C (95°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 25°C (77°F).
For the month of August, Nyeri is the most temperate city in Kenya based on our records. Highs average 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 11°C (52°F).
Across Kenya, sunshine in August ranges from moderately sunny in Nairobi (127 hours) to sunny in Lodwar (305 hours).
The water temperature averages approximately 25°C (77°F) in Mombasa this month, a perfect temperature for swimming and cooling off.
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