August weather forecast
Kenya

August in Kenya is characterized by dry conditions and mild temperatures, continuing the trend set by July. In Nairobi, rainfall remains low, with precipitation averaging 20mm (0.79") for the month.

In terms of temperature, Nairobi experiences mild conditions. The average low temperature is around 12°C (53.6°F), while the high temperatures peak at about 22°C (71.6°F) during the day. Although these temperatures represent a slight increase compared to July, they continue to reflect the mild climate characteristic of Nairobi's winter months.

On the coast, the city of Mombasa sees a slight increase in both rainfall and temperatures. The average rainfall rises to 70mm (2.76"), while temperatures range from 21°C (69.8°F) to 28°C (82.4°F). Despite this slight increase in heat, Mombasa's coastal location provides refreshing sea breezes that temper the warm weather.

In the semi-arid northern regions, cities like Marsabit continue to experience dry and mild conditions. Temperatures fluctuate from a minimum of 17°C (62.6°F) to a maximum of 30°C (86°F), marking a slight increase from July.

In the western city of Kisumu, August sees similar trends. Average temperatures vary between 16°C (60.8°F) and 27°C (80.6°F), while the average rainfall increases slightly to 50mm (1.97"). Despite the minor increase in rainfall, Kisumu remains in its dry season.

In terms of wildlife viewing, August remains an excellent month for game viewing. The wildebeest migration in the Maasai Mara continues, offering fantastic opportunities to witness this natural phenomenon. Additionally, the reduced vegetation due to the dry conditions enhances the visibility for spotting wildlife in various national parks and reserves.

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• Nairobi - August »
  In Nairobi in August, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation. In Nairobi, during August, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.
• Mombasa - August »
  In Mombasa in August, the average water temperature is 25.4°C (77.7°F). August stands in Mombasa as a mild and comfortable month, showcasing a slight incline from the 11mm (0.43") of rainfall in July to 13mm (0.51").
• Nakuru - August »
  In Nakuru, in August, during 24 rainfall days, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is typically accumulated. August is the month with the most rainfall in Nakuru, Kenya.
• Eldoret - August »
  In Eldoret, in August, it is raining for 25.8 days, with typically 153mm (6.02") of accumulated precipitation. As Eldoret welcomes August, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still pleasant 21.4°C (70.5°F), showing little deviation from July's 20.8°C (69.4°F).
• Kitale - August »
  On the first day of August in Kitale sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of August, in Kitale, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:44 EAT.
• Malindi - August »
  August is the month with the coldest seawater in Malindi, with an average sea temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F). In Malindi during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.
• Garissa - August »
  In Garissa in August, during 4.1 rainfall days, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Garissa, Kenya, in August, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation.
• Kakamega - August »
  In Kakamega, during August, the rain falls for 21.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 77mm (3.03") of precipitation. With August's arrival, Kakamega notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.6°C (76.3°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month.
• Kapenguria - August »
  In Kapenguria, in August, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 81mm (3.19") of accumulated precipitation. In Kapenguria, in August, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 81mm (3.19") of accumulated precipitation.
• Bungoma - August »
  In Bungoma during August, the rain falls for 21.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 77mm (3.03") of precipitation. In Bungoma, Kenya, in August, it is raining for 21.1 days, with typically 77mm (3.03") of accumulated precipitation.