Outdoor activities Potential
Good
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
September, June, January
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
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The best time to visit Mount Kenya for hiking is September, June, January, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Mount Kenya
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 73Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 62 |
February | 73Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 15° | 59 |
March | 66Suboptimal Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 15° | 105 |
April | 40Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 15° | 296 |
May | 40Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 14° | 372 |
June | 74Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 98 |
July | 69Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 12° | 119 |
August | 69Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 12° | 119 |
September | 79Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 69 |
October | 40Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 68Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 14° | 254 |
November | 45Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 14° | 238 |
December | 67Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 14° | 111 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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