Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Kenya this October.
Kenya, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in October ranging from 22°C (72°F) in Nyeri to 36°C (97°F) in Lodwar. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Lodwar and 12°C (54°F) in Nyeri.
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Nairobi averages a daytime high of 27°C (81°F) in October, which is high for Kenya.
After dark, Nairobi cools to about 16°C (61°F) on an average October night.
Based on our systematic data collection, Lodwar has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 36°C (97°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 26°C (79°F).
For the month of October, Nyeri is the most temperate city in Kenya based on our records. Highs average 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 12°C (54°F).
Nairobi enjoys close to 220 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.
The water temperature averages approximately 26°C (79°F) in Mombasa this month, an ideal temperature for swimming and cooling off.
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