Kirinyaga County weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Kirinyaga County, Kenya. Like most weather services, we show Kirinyaga County at one spot: Wanguru, its largest city. At 1:15 AM local time it was partly cloudy and 18°C (65°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM (2.4 mm total). Best months for weather: Jun–Jul, Sep, Jan–Feb.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 72%
- Chance of rain
- 91%
- Rain
- 0.4 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM (2.4 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jun–Jul, Sep, Jan–FebOff season Apr, Nov
About Wanguru weather
Is it raining in Wanguru right now?
No. It’s partly cloudy and 18° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM (2.4 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Wanguru this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 25–29° and lows of 16–18°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Wanguru lately?
In the past 7 days, Wanguru had 6 rainy days and 34.6 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Wanguru?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Kirinyaga County weather by month
When is the best time to visit Kirinyaga County?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Kirinyaga County is Jun–Jul, Sep, Jan–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Apr, Nov tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 25°C (77°F) in July to 29°C (84°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Kirinyaga County?
April is the wettest month, with about 183 mm (7.2 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 29 mm (1.1 in).
What is the hottest month in Kirinyaga County?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F).
Does Kirinyaga County have a rainy season?
Yes. Apr is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jun–Sep, Jan–Feb is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Wanguru), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Kirinyaga County
Weather can differ a lot within Kirinyaga County: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.