Mount Elgon National Park Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Mount Elgon National Park, Kenya in February.

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Endebess Kitale

Considering a trip to Mount Elgon National Park, Kenya this February and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Mount Elgon National Park in February

Mount Elgon National Park, Kenya is a region in Kenya. February in Mount Elgon National Park generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Endebess. On average, February is the warmest month of the year in Mount Elgon National Park, Kenya. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To explore the conditions in Mount Elgon National Park, Kenya in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kitale with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Endebess with 79 mm (3.1 in).

Explore Mount Elgon National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mount Elgon National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Endebess)

January25°C (77°F) February26°C (79°F) March26°C (79°F) April24°C (75°F) May23°C (73°F) This monthJune22°C (72°F) July21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September22°C (72°F) October23°C (73°F) November23°C (73°F) December24°C (75°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Mount Elgon National Park in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Mount Elgon National Park.

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 Mount Elgon National Park

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Mount Elgon National Park, Kenya?

Temperature range in Mount Elgon National Park (February)

Precipitation variation in Mount Elgon National Park (February)

Endebess

In February Endebess generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Endebess →

Kitale

In February Kitale generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
278 hours
261 hours
269 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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In our records: Kenya February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Kenya in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Kenya dropped to -7°C (19°F) in Gilgil on February 29, 2000.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Mount Elgon National Park in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Endebess 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Kitale 27°C (81°F) 14°C (57°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

Mount Elgon National Park weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mount Elgon National Park, Kenya in February?

February in Mount Elgon National Park, Kenya brings perfect weather. In Endebess, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 13°C (55°F).

What is the average temperature in Mount Elgon National Park, Kenya in February?

In Endebess, the average daytime high in February is 26°C (79°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 13°C (55°F).

Does Mount Elgon National Park, Kenya get a lot of rain in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Mount Elgon National Park, Kenya during February, with Endebess averaging close to 79 mm (3.1 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Mount Elgon National Park, Kenya?

We consider February to be one of the best times to travel to Mount Elgon National Park, Kenya. Typically, the climate in Endebess is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February and December offering mostly perfect weather in Endebess. The weather in May, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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