Climate of Western, Kenya
Area-weighted average across Western. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Western, a subdivision of Kenya, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 19.2°C / 66.6°F in July to 21.2°C / 70.2°F in February, with rainfall from 52 mm / 2 in to 229 mm / 9 in depending on the season (1618 mm / 63.7 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 | 20.9°C69.6°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| February | 21.2°C70.2°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
| March | 21.2°C70.2°F | 130 mm5.1″ | — |
| April | 20.7°C69.3°F | 227 mm8.9″ | — |
| May | 20.1°C68.2°F | 229 mm9″ | — |
| June | 19.5°C67.1°F | 140 mm5.5″ | — |
| July | 19.2°C66.6°F | 129 mm5.1″ | — |
| August | 19.3°C66.7°F | 163 mm6.4″ | — |
| September | 19.7°C67.5°F | 139 mm5.5″ | — |
| October | 20.3°C68.5°F | 131 mm5.2″ | — |
| November | 20.3°C68.5°F | 123 mm4.8″ | — |
| December | 20.4°C68.7°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Western?
Western, Kenya does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is February at 21.2°C / 70.2°F, and the driest is January at 52 mm / 2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Western?
Western, Kenya has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 19.2°C / 66.6°F in July to 21.2°C / 70.2°F in February. Annual rainfall averages about 1618 mm / 63.7 in, with the wettest month being May (229 mm / 9 in) and the driest January (52 mm / 2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Western?
The hottest month in Western is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.2°C / 70.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Western?
The coldest month in Western is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.2°C / 66.6°F.
When does it rain most in Western?
The wettest month in Western is May, averaging about 229 mm / 9 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 52 mm / 2 in.