The climate of Marsabit
Marsabit,
Kenya finds its climatological niche in the As zone of the widely-used Köppen climate categorizations. Its geographical location places it firmly within the dominion of tropical climates with its own unique instantiation being the savanna or tropical wet and dry classification. This implies a dry season in the 'summer' months.
Diligently working through the year, starts with the highest temperatures in
January and
February, around 32.5°C (90.5°F), gradually decreasing to a still moderate value of 29.5°C (85.1°F) in
November. Although temperature fluctuations are not severe, the minimum temperature seems to follow a similar pattern with February and
March reaching up to 24.3°C (75.7°F) and dipping to 20.8°C (69.4°F) in
August. Telegrams of tropical climes ring loud and clear throughout the year with the temperature seldom leaving the cozy fitting of a tropical wardrobe. Humidity struts along a similar path with a high of 65% in
April coinciding with the rainy season and circling back to 44% by
June and
July during the drier periods.
Rainfall has quite the dramatic presentation in the life of Marsabit. From a flurry of droplets amounting to 169mm (6.65") in April on a screen of 24 days to a bone-dry canvas in
September; a wide spectrum of rainfall conditions characterize the area. Accompanying this is a divergence in sunshine hours and number of sunshine days, being most generous in July with 9.7 hours on 29 days, and less so in April with 8.5 hours over a span of 4.9 days.
The best time to visit Marsabit
Taking all of these variables into consideration, the prime visiting period in
Marsabit would seem to fall between
June and
August. During these months, temperatures are warm but not sweltering, ranging from a high of 31°C (87.8°F) to a low of 20.8°C (69.4°F). Rainfall is rare, reduced to a minuscule 1 to 2mm (0.08"), and humidity levels stabilize around the 49-52% mark. Add to this, abundant sunshine hours from 9.6 to 9.7 per day partnered with an average number of 29 daylight days, and it becomes clear that this season offers the most favorable weather for venturing outdoors or engaging in activities that demand clear skies and a reliable sun.
The worst time to visit Marsabit
On the other end of the spectrum, a less hospitable season rolls in around
April. During this time of the year, heavy rainfall that averages at 169mm (6.65") over 24.3 days makes its presence felt in
Marsabit. Coupled with an increased humidity that crescendos at 65%, these conditions make for a considerably wet and humid period. While temperatures remain relatively balmy, between 30.6°C (87.1°F) and 22.6°C (72.7°F), the elevated rainfall and lower sunshine hours (8.5 hours on a mere 4.9 days) might put a damper on touring plans.
Spring weather in Marsabit
Venturing into the quarterly breakdown, spring in
Marsabit (
March,
April, and
May), is characterized by refreshing showers and warmer temperatures. The high temperatures are around 32.1°C (89.8°F) to 30.8°C (87.4°F) and the low ones hover around 24.3°C (75.7°F) to 21.8°C (71.2°F). Rainfall swells to 169mm (6.65") in April before gradually subsiding to 31mm (1.22") in May. Decreased sunshine hours and increase in relative humidity (65-61%) characterize this season.
Summer weather in Marsabit
Summer, spanning
June to
August, in
Marsabit swings towards a drier climate with temperatures ranging from 30.8°C (87.4°F) to 31.3°C (88.3°F) for the highs and from 21°C (69.8°F) to 21.4°C (70.5°F) for the lows. Rainfall drops drastically, going down to 2mm (0.08") in June and maintaining at 1mm (0.04") for the remaining summer months. The time spent under an open sky increases, with excess of 9.6 hours of sunshine for approximately 29 days.
Autumn weather in Marsabit
Autumn, the period covering
September to
November, in
Marsabit exhibits a revival in rainfall from 0mm (0") in September to a strong 151mm (5.94") by November, while temperatures hold steady from 32.3°C (90.1°F) to 29.5°C (85.1°F) for the high and 21.7°C (71.1°F) to 22.6°C (72.7°F) for low. Sunshine hours measurably decrease, marking the end of the drier period.
Winter weather in Marsabit
Lastly, Winter in
Marsabit sees fluctuations in temperatures, peaking at 29.9°C (85.8°F) and a low point at 22.3°C (72.1°F), mixed with a notably higher rainfall 112mm (4.41") in
December. Brightness tends to diminish, but still ample enough for engaging in outdoor activities with a commendable 9.1 hours of sunshine. Humidity climbs up slightly to 58%.
Weather in January
January in
Marsabit,
Kenya, commences the year with a relatively modest humidity of 44%. This month sees a high temperature of 31.7°C (89.1°F) and a low of 22.9°C (73.2°F). There's an increase in wind speed this month, hitting 14.6 KPH on average, with gusts reaching 21.6 KPH, providing some relief from the heat.
Weather in January » Weather in February
February weather in
Marsabit holds steady heat levels from the preceding month, with slightly higher average humidity of 44%, inducing a humid but warm climate. The area experiences an upsurge in wind speed to 18 KPH with the wind gust reaching 25.7 KPH, according to the data provided.
Weather in February » Weather in March
The
Marsabit weather in
March transitions from earlier months, with an uptick in both temperature and rainfall. The city witnesses a considerable amount of rain, with precipitation levels soaring to 83mm (3.27") over 17 days. Meanwhile, humidity climbs to 51%, causing a sticky atmosphere.
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Weather in April
April in
Marsabit experiences a significant transformation in weather conditions. This month tops the chart with rainfall at 169mm (6.65"), the highest observed in the year, spread across 24.3 days. The temperature begins to decrease in contrast to the previous months, introducing a cooler environment.
Weather in April » Weather in May
There's a marked change in weather in
Marsabit come
May. The drastic escalation in rainfall during the previous month tapers down considerably to 31mm (1.22") over the course of 12.8 days. The high temperature drops to 30.8°C (87.4°F) from
April, and the relatively lower temperature at night accompanies this decrease.
Weather in May »Weather in June
The weather in
Marsabit takes a dry turn in
June. Minimal rainfall of 2mm (0.08") recorded over 2.8 days indicates the onset of a dry spell. This aridity is also reflected in the reduction in relative humidity to 52%, leading to less muggy weather.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
July in
Marsabit carries forward the dry, warm weather from
June. The driest month recorded, July witnesses a mere 1mm (0.04") of rain across 1.8 days. Optimum visibility combined with a good dosage of sunlight allows clear skies and warm weather.
Weather in July » Weather in August
August maintains the trend of scant rainfall, characteristic of this period in
Marsabit. The area demonstrates an equally low amount of rainfall as
July, at 1mm (0.04") spanning 1.5 days. Despite the dry conditions, daytime temperatures average around 31.3°C (88.3°F), keeping the region warm.
Weather in August » Weather in September
In
September,
Marsabit,
Kenya, exhibits a shift in weather patterns as it moves away from the dry spell towards the second phase of rain. The region records no rainfall this month, a unique attribute to September. A surge in wind speed is observed, with gusts reaching 35 KPH, making it the month with the highest gust speeds.
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Weather in October
October in
Marsabit brings with it a shift in weather with an increase in rainfall. This increase is recorded at 60mm (2.36") across 14.4 days. The change in weather conditions is accompanied by a drop in daytime temperatures to a slightly cooler 31.5°C (88.7°F).
Weather in October » Weather in November
Marsabit’s weather in
November takes a much wetter turn. Rainfall peaks to 151mm (5.94") dispensed over 24 days making it one of the wettest months of the year. The nights become cooler while the daytime temperature also takes a dip, creating a more comfortable ambiance.
Weather in November » Weather in December
Marsabit in
December wraps up the year carrying forward the high rainfall from
November. There's a decent rainfall of 112mm (4.41") over 16.9 days. The temperatures range slightly lower than the previous months, averaging 29.9°C (85.8°F) during the day.
Weather in December »