When is the best time to go to Naivasha

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The chart above shows the best time of year to visit Naivasha, Kenya. These are based on an analysis of weather averages such as temperature, rainfall and number of hours of sunshine. These ratings are based solely on the climate and do not take into account other factors such as accommodation prices and how busy it is likely to be.

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Naivasha weather by month

Please note our recommendations for when to visit Naivasha are based solely on the weather and do not take into accounts accommodation prices, how busy it will be and what events are on.

January

Naivasha January weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
23°C 39mm 6.7hrs 12.9hrs

Naivasha's weather in January is typically mild and reasonably dry in nature.

It is perhaps a good month to visit Naivasha, with some particularly good weather at this time of year.

January is in the summer in Naivasha and is typically the coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 25°C (77°F), whilst at night 8°C (46°F) is normal.

On average January is the driest month of the year in Naivasha with around 39mm 1.5 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 11 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.7 hours of sunshine per day.

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February

Naivasha February weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
23°C 42mm 7.5hrs 12.8hrs

February in Naivasha is generally reasonably dry with the temperature being mild.

It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Naivasha, with some inordinately good weather at this time of year.

February is in the summer in Naivasha and is typically the 2nd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 26°C (78°F), whilst at night 8°C (46°F) is normal.

On average February is the 2nd driest month of the year in Naivasha with around 42mm 1.6 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 11 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day.

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March

Naivasha March weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
23°C 60mm 6.4hrs 12.8hrs

The weather in March in Naivasha is characteristically mild and reasonably dry.

Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of relatively acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Naivasha.

March is in the fall / autumn in Naivasha and is typically the 3rd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 25°C (77°F), whilst at night 9°C (48°F) is normal.

On average March is the 3rd driest month of the year in Naivasha with around 60mm 2.4 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 15 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.4 hours of sunshine per day.

Naivasha weather in March »

April

Naivasha April weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
21°C 139mm 5.7hrs 12.8hrs

Naivasha's weather in April is typically mild and wet in nature.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Naivasha for your holidays. The weather is often not a good and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

April is in the fall / autumn in Naivasha and is typically the 4th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 23°C (74°F), whilst at night 11°C (51°F) is normal.

On average April is the 4th driest month of the year in Naivasha with around 139mm 5.5 inches of rain making it a wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 22 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5.7 hours of sunshine per day.

Naivasha weather in April »

May

Naivasha May weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
20°C 103mm 5.4hrs 12.8hrs

May is a damp month in Naivasha and the temperature is generally mild.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Naivasha for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

May is in the fall / autumn in Naivasha and is typically the 5th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 22°C (71°F), whilst at night 10°C (50°F) is normal.

On average May is the 5th driest month of the year in Naivasha with around 103mm 4.1 inches of rain making it a damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 19 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5.4 hours of sunshine per day.

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June

Naivasha June weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
19°C 43mm 5.5hrs 12.9hrs

The climate in Naivasha during June can be summarized as mild and reasonably dry.

It is perhaps a good month to visit Naivasha, with some very good weather at this time of year.

June is in the winter in Naivasha and is typically the 6th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 21°C (69°F), whilst at night 9°C (48°F) is normal.

On average June is the 6th driest month of the year in Naivasha with around 43mm 1.7 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 11 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day.

Naivasha weather in June »

July

Naivasha July weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
18°C 38mm 4.5hrs 12.8hrs

July in Naivasha is generally reasonably dry with the temperature being mild.

Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of quite acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Naivasha.

July is in the winter in Naivasha and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 20°C (68°F), whilst at night 8°C (47°F) is normal.

On average July is the 6th wettest month of the year in Naivasha with around 38mm 1.5 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 12 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 4.5 hours of sunshine per day.

Naivasha weather in July »

August

Naivasha August weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
19°C 43mm 4.5hrs 12.8hrs

The weather in August in Naivasha is characteristically mild and reasonably dry.

It is perhaps a good month to visit Naivasha, with some particularly good weather at this time of year.

August is in the winter in Naivasha and is typically the 5th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 21°C (69°F), whilst at night 8°C (47°F) is normal.

On average August is the 5th wettest month of the year in Naivasha with around 43mm 1.7 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 12 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 4.5 hours of sunshine per day.

Naivasha weather in August »

September

Naivasha September weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
20°C 37mm 6.1hrs 12.8hrs

Naivasha's weather in September is typically mild and reasonably dry in nature.

It is perhaps a good month to visit Naivasha, with some very good weather at this time of year.

September is in the spring in Naivasha and is typically the 4th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 22°C (72°F), whilst at night 8°C (46°F) is normal.

On average September is the 4th wettest month of the year in Naivasha with around 37mm 1.5 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 11 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.1 hours of sunshine per day.

Naivasha weather in September »

October

Naivasha October weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
21°C 46mm 6.3hrs 12.8hrs

October is a reasonably dry month in Naivasha and the temperature is generally mild.

It is perhaps a good month to visit Naivasha, with some extremely good weather at this time of year.

October is in the spring in Naivasha and is typically the 3rd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 23°C (74°F), whilst at night 8°C (47°F) is normal.

On average October is the 3rd wettest month of the year in Naivasha with around 46mm 1.8 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 14 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.3 hours of sunshine per day.

Naivasha weather in October »

November

Naivasha November weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
20°C 70mm 5.5hrs 12.9hrs

Mild and reasonably dry weather often prevails in Naivasha during the month of November

Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of relatively acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Naivasha.

November is in the spring in Naivasha and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 23°C (73°F), whilst at night 9°C (48°F) is normal.

On average November is the 2nd wettest month of the year in Naivasha with around 70mm 2.8 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 20 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day.

Naivasha weather in November »

December

Naivasha December weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
21°C 52mm 5.6hrs 12.8hrs

December in Naivasha is generally reasonably dry with the temperature being mild.

It is perhaps a good month to visit Naivasha, with some particularly good weather at this time of year.

December is in the summer in Naivasha and is typically the warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 24°C (74°F), whilst at night 8°C (47°F) is normal.

On average December is the wettest month of the year in Naivasha with around 52mm 2.1 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 13 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5.6 hours of sunshine per day.

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Naivasha weather stats

Naivasha weather statistics
Hottest month: March 24.6°C 76.3°F
Driest month: September 37mm 1.5ins
Sunniest month: February 7.5hrs
Coldest month: July 19.9°C 67.8°F
Wettest month: April 139mm 5.5ins
Warmest sea: April 29°C 84.2°F
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