Climate of Central, Kenya
Area-weighted average across Central. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Central, a subdivision of Kenya, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 14.2°C / 57.6°F in July to 17.1°C / 62.8°F in March, with rainfall from 45 mm / 1.8 in to 239 mm / 9.4 in depending on the season (1207 mm / 47.5 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.9°C60.6°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 16.6°C61.9°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 17.1°C62.8°F | 98 mm3.9″ | — |
| April | 16.9°C62.4°F | 239 mm9.4″ | — |
| May | 16.1°C61°F | 185 mm7.3″ | — |
| June | 15°C59°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| July | 14.2°C57.6°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| August | 14.3°C57.7°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| September | 15.3°C59.5°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| October | 16.3°C61.3°F | 117 mm4.6″ | — |
| November | 16.2°C61.2°F | 163 mm6.4″ | — |
| December | 15.6°C60.1°F | 83 mm3.3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Central?
The best months to visit Central, Kenya for sunny, dry weather are January, February. The warmest month is March at an area-wide average of 17.1°C / 62.8°F, and the driest is January with about 45 mm / 1.8 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Central?
Central, Kenya has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 14.2°C / 57.6°F in July to 17.1°C / 62.8°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 1207 mm / 47.5 in, with the wettest month being April (239 mm / 9.4 in) and the driest January (45 mm / 1.8 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Central?
The hottest month in Central is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.1°C / 62.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Central?
The coldest month in Central is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.2°C / 57.6°F.
When does it rain most in Central?
The wettest month in Central is April, averaging about 239 mm / 9.4 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 45 mm / 1.8 in.