Kakamega weather
At 10:45 PM local time it was cloudy and 18°C (64°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 5 PM (2.5 mm total). Best months for weather: Dec–Feb. Kakamega sits 1557 m (5,109 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Kakamega, Kakamega County, Kenya.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 99%
- Chance of rain
- 19%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 5 PM (2.5 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Dec–FebOff season Apr–May
About Kakamega weather
Is it raining in Kakamega right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 18° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 5 PM (2.5 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Kakamega this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 27–29° and lows of 13–16°. Rain is likely on 6 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Monday.
Has it been raining in Kakamega lately?
In the past 7 days, Kakamega had 7 rainy days and 30.3 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Kakamega?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Kakamega weather by month
When is the best time to visit Kakamega?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Kakamega is Dec–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Apr–May tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 22°C (71°F) in July to 28°C (82°F) in March.
What is the rainiest month in Kakamega?
April is the wettest month, with about 275 mm (10.8 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 49 mm (1.9 in).
What is the hottest month in Kakamega?
March is the warmest, with average highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 22°C (71°F) and lows of 14°C (56°F).
Does Kakamega have a rainy season?
Yes. Apr–Nov is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jan–Feb is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Kakamega weather month by month
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months