Machakos weather in December (Kenya)

How is the weather in Machakos in December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Machakos generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 26°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 16°C.

Machakos in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 103 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 13 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 257 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.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Machakos. January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Machakos, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 103 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 257 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

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

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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 Machakos in December?

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 December.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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