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Kenya Weather in October

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

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Nairobi Diani Beach Mombasa Malindi

Are you planning a trip a to Kenya in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Kenya in October

Kenya offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In October, one might encounter temperatures that range from pleasant to very hot, and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Nyeri at 22°C (72°F) to very hot in Lodwar at 36°C (97°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Lodwar and 12°C (54°F) in Nyeri.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Kenya, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Garissa with an average of 22 mm (0.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Nanyuki with 286 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Nairobi enjoys approximately 220 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Kenya in October

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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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Kenya?

Temperature range in Kenya (October)

Precipitation variation in Kenya (October)

Nairobi

In October Nairobi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
220 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
19 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Nairobi →

Diani Beach

In October Diani Beach generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
275 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Diani Beach →

Malindi

In October Malindi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Malindi →

Watamu

In October Watamu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Watamu →

Mombasa

In October Mombasa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
275 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Mombasa →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Kenya.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nairobi 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Diani Beach 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Mombasa 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Malindi 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Kisumu 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 196 mm (7.7 in)
Naivasha 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)

Kenya weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kenya in October?

Expect perfect weather across Kenya in October. The popular destination of Nairobi averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Kenya in October?

Average temperatures in Kenya during October range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Nairobi.

Does Kenya get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Kenya during October, with Nairobi averaging close to 49 mm (1.9 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Kenya?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Kenya with overall perfect weather in Nairobi. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December offering mostly perfect weather in Nairobi.

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We have much more information about the climate in Kenya.

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