Eastern Region Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Eastern Region, Kenya in October.

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Machakos Kitui

Considering a trip to Eastern Region, Kenya this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Eastern Region in October

Eastern Region, Kenya is a region in Kenya. October in Eastern Region generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 27°C (81°F) in Machakos to 30°C (86°F) in Kitui. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Kitui and 16°C (61°F) in Machakos.

For a closer look at conditions across Eastern Region, Kenya, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Machakos with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Kitui with 58 mm (2.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this October. For example, Machakos gets approximately 220 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Eastern Region in October

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Eastern Region

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Eastern Region, Kenya?

Temperature range in Eastern Region (October)

Precipitation variation in Eastern Region (October)

Machakos

In October Machakos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
220 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
50 mm (2 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
21 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Machakos →

Kitui

In October Kitui generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
201 mm (7.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kitui →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Eastern Region, in Kenya.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Eastern Region in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Machakos 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Kitui 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Eastern Region weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Eastern Region, Kenya in October?

In October, Eastern Region, Kenya generally has perfect weather conditions. Machakos sees daytime temperatures near 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to roughly 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in Eastern Region, Kenya in October?

In Machakos, the average daytime high in October is 27°C (81°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

Does Eastern Region, Kenya get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in Eastern Region, Kenya. Machakos averages only about 50 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Eastern Region, Kenya?

We consider October to be one of the best times to travel to Eastern Region, Kenya. Typically, the climate in Machakos is perfect.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Machakos.

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