December Rainfall and Precipitation in Kenya

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Kenya in December.

Kenya experiences precipitation in December ranging from low in Mandera with 13 mm (0.5 in) of rainfall to heavy in Mbita with 196 mm (7.7 in) of rainfall.

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Best Places to Visit in Kenya in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

Kenya precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Kenya receive in December?

Nairobi sees moderate rainfall in December, averaging around 65 mm (2.6 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.

How many days does it rain in Kenya in December?

Expect around 12 days rainy days in Nairobi during December.

Is December part of the rainy season in Kenya?

Not really. December is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Kenya.

What is the wettest city in December in Kenya?

Mbita is the wettest city in Kenya in December according to our database, with average rainfall of around 196 mm (7.7 in).

What is the driest city in December in Kenya?

In our records, Mandera stands out as the driest city in Kenya for December, averaging just 13 mm (0.5 in).

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