Weather in March in Kenya
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 is the weather like 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 to very hot in Mandera at 38°C. At night it cools down to 27°C in Mandera and 12°C 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 to heavy rainfall in Mbita with 195 mm.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 267 hours of sunshine in Nairobi. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Kenya climate page.
Where to go in Kenya in March
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in Kenya?
Nairobi
In March Nairobi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Diani Beach
In March Diani Beach generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Malindi
In March Malindi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Watamu
In March Watamu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Mombasa
In March Mombasa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is March the best time to visit Kenya?
We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Kenya. Typically, the climate in Nairobi is perfect. 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 perfect weather in Nairobi.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Kenya.
Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Kenya? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Kenya.
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