Kisumu weather in April (Kenya)

Thinking of visiting Kisumu in April? Check the weather first! Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The month of April in Kisumu typically includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 27°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 19°C.

Precipitation

Kisumu in April falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 304 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. This month experiences about 21 days of rain according to historical data.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Kisumu. July typically offers the best circumstances. While April tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kisumu, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 70%  

Precipitation 304 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Where to go in Kenya in April

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Kisumu.

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