September weather forecast
Kenya

September in Kenya marks the continuation of the dry season, characterized by minimal rainfall and gradually warming temperatures. In Nairobi, rainfall remains sparse, averaging 30mm (1.18") for the month, only a slight increase from August.

Temperature-wise, Nairobi experiences mild to warm conditions. The average low temperature is around 13°C (55.4°F), while high temperatures typically reach around 25°C (77°F) during the day. This increase in warmth from August reflects the transition towards the short rainy season that begins in October.

In the coastal city of Mombasa, the dry conditions persist, with an average rainfall of 60mm (2.36"). Temperatures remain relatively steady, ranging from 22°C (71.6°F) to 28°C (82.4°F). The Indian Ocean's warmth continues to provide excellent conditions for water-based activities.

In the northern regions, cities like Marsabit experience a continuation of the dry season. Temperatures remain steady, ranging from 18°C (64.4°F) to 31°C (87.8°F), similar to the conditions experienced in August.

In Kisumu, in western Kenya, September brings a slight increase in both temperature and rainfall. Temperatures range from 17°C (62.6°F) to 28°C (82.4°F), while the rainfall averages around 60mm (2.36"). Despite this small increase in precipitation, the region remains in its dry season.

In terms of wildlife, September is an excellent month for viewing. The wildebeest migration in the Maasai Mara is typically ongoing in the early part of the month, and the dry conditions across the country continue to enhance visibility for spotting wildlife in the national parks and reserves. As water sources become scarcer, animals tend to congregate around remaining water bodies, making game viewing particularly rewarding.

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• Nairobi - September »
  In Nairobi, Kenya, in September, during 16.5 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of September in Nairobi, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:35.
• Mombasa - September »
  The months with the highest humidity in Mombasa are January, May, September through December, with an average relative humidity of 77%. January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Mombasa, Kenya.
• Nakuru - September »
  In Nakuru, during September, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation. On the first day of September in Nakuru sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:38.
• Eldoret - September »
  In Eldoret in September, during 22.4 rainfall days, 99mm (3.9") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Eldoret during September, the rain falls for 22.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 99mm (3.9") of precipitation.
• Kitale - September »
  In Kitale during September, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation. On the first day of September in Kitale, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:43.
• Malindi - September »
  Malindi's weather in September orchestrates a delightful interlude before the ensuing months of increased temperature and humidity. A slight dip in temperature to a still warm 23.8°C (74.8°F) marks the average nights in Malindi, Kenya, during September.
• Garissa - September »
  In Garissa, Kenya, in September, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation. September's arrival in Garissa registers an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.1°C (91.6°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month.
• Kakamega - September »
  In Kakamega, in September, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation. In Kakamega, in September, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation.
• Kapenguria - September »
  In Kapenguria, during September, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation. On the first day of September in Kapenguria, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:43.
• Bungoma - September »
  September ushers in an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F) in Bungoma aligning closely with the preceding month. In Bungoma, Kenya, in September, during 17.4 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated.