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Kenya Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kenya in March.

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Considering a trip to Kenya this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Kenya in March

The weather in Kenya in March can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Nyeri at 24°C (75°F) to very hot in Mandera at 38°C (100°F). At night it cools down to 27°C (81°F) in Mandera and 12°C (54°F) in Nyeri.

For a closer look at conditions across Kenya, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mandera with an average of 18 mm (0.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Mbita with 195 mm (7.7 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Nairobi typically receives 267 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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January27°C (81°F) February29°C (84°F) March28°C (82°F) April27°C (81°F) May25°C (77°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August24°C (75°F) September26°C (79°F) October27°C (81°F) November25°C (77°F) December26°C (79°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kenya in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Kenya.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Kenya

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Kenya?

Temperature range in Kenya (March)

Precipitation variation in Kenya (March)

Nairobi

In March Nairobi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
266 hours
267 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
12 days
19 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Nairobi →

Diani Beach

In March Diani Beach generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
254 hours
272 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
8 days
15 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
mixed
Climate in Diani Beach →

Malindi

In March Malindi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
7 days
14 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
good
Climate in Malindi →

Watamu

In March Watamu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
51 mm (2 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
7 days
14 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
good
Climate in Watamu →

Mombasa

In March Mombasa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
254 hours
272 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
7 days
14 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
good
Climate in Mombasa →

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In our records: Kenya March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Kenya in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest March day in Kenya reached 41°C (106°F) in Garissa on March 20, 2016.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kenya in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nairobi 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Diani Beach 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Mombasa 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Malindi 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Kisumu 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)
Naivasha 25°C (77°F) 12°C (54°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)

Kenya weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kenya in March?

In March, Kenya generally has excellent weather conditions. Nairobi sees daytime temperatures near 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to roughly 17°C (63°F).

What is the average temperature in Kenya in March?

Nairobi averages a daytime maximum of 28°C (82°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 17°C (63°F).

Does Kenya get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Nairobi averages just 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Kenya.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Kenya?

We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Kenya. Typically, the climate in Nairobi is excellent. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Kenya is in January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December with generally excellent weather in Nairobi.

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We have much more information about the climate in Kenya.

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