Ruiru weather in October (Kenya)

How is the weather in Ruiru in October? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Ruiru, October is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 27°C, while nights can cool down to about 15°C.

Ruiru in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 9 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 220 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a great time to visit. January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ruiru, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 28%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 67 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 220 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Nairobi, Kenya (17 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Kenya in October

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

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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 October?

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.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Ruiru.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Kenya? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Kenya. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.