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Kitale Weather in October

Thinking of visiting Kitale in October? Expect high temperatures reaching 24°C (75°F) during the day, dropping to 14°C (57°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.

Rainfall in Kitale in October

Kitale is in the rainy season in October, with rain on around 17 days and an average of 173 mm (6.8 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.

Temperature in Kitale in October

In October, Kitale gets high temperatures, with highs of 24°C (75°F). Nights cool to around 14°C (57°F). Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights cool down to 14°C (57°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Kitale in October

There are approximately 242 hours of sunshine this month, despite being the rainy season. Rain often arrives in the late afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early afternoons sunny. Even during the wet season, it could still be a nice time to visit.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Kitale Temperature in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C (75°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 173 mm (6.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 65% *  
SunshineSunshine 242 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Eldoret, Kenya (62 KM, 39 Miles).

Best Places in Kenya in October

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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).

What to Wear in Kitale in October

Pleasant temperatures in October mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Kitale in October

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

Swimming
8/10
Camping
6/10

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