Ruiru weather in April (Kenya)

How is the weather in Ruiru in April? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In April, Ruiru generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 26°C, while night temperatures can drop to 17°C.

Ruiru in April usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 155 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. Rain is expected on roughly 19 days.

The city usually sees around 204 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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

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

 

Ruiru, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 155 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

Sunshine 204 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Nairobi, Kenya (17 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Kenya in April

Find out more about the weather in Kenya in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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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 Ruiru in April?

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 April.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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