Kisumu weather in October (Kenya)

How is the weather in Kisumu 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, Kisumu typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 27°C. But by evening, they drop to around 19°C.

Kisumu in October usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 196 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 16 days of rain.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Kisumu, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 196 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

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.

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 Kisumu in October?

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 in October.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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