Outdoor activities Potential
Good
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
July, August, June
January, March, April, May, November, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to Maasai Mara?
The best time to visit Maasai Mara for hiking is July, August, June, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to look into where to stay and how to organize your hikes in advance.
Climate Heatmap
See at a glance which months offer the best outdoor activities conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Maasai Mara, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Maasai Mara
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 56Suboptimal Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 20° | 116 |
February | 59Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 21° | 83 |
March | 45Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 21° | 140 |
April | 45Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 20° | 167 |
May | 55Suboptimal Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 20° | 125 |
June | 65Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 87 |
July | 74Good Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 42 |
August | 68Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 68 |
September | 65Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 84 |
October | 58Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 20° | 99 |
November | 54Suboptimal Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 20° | 125 |
December | 55Suboptimal Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 20° | 113 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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🗺️ Plan your hiking trip to Maasai Mara
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