Machakos weather in April (Kenya)

Is April a good time to explore Machakos weather-wise? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In April, the weather in Machakos generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 26°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 17°C.

Precipitation

Machakos in April usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 165 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 18 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 204 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Machakos.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Machakos. January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Machakos, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 165 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Sunshine 204 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nairobi, Kenya (45 KM, 27 Miles).

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

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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.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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