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Eldoret weather in October (Central, Kenya)

How is the weather in Eldoret in October? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Eldoret typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 24°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 13°C.

Eldoret in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 172 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 15 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 242 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Eldoret climate page with graphs.

 

Eldoret, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 172 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 65%  
SunshineSunshine 242 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Kenya in October

Find out more about the weather in Kenya in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Eldoret in October?

For visitors traveling to Eldoret, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.

Swimming
8/10
Camping
6/10

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