Eldoret, Kenya experiences average highs of 23°C (73°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 17 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Eldoret, Kenya Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Eldoret, Kenya. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Apr–Sep At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.3/10
Best: February
UV Index
9
High
Temperature 23°C / 13°C
Feels Like 24°C / 12°C
Rainy Days 17
Rainfall 159 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 72%
Wind Speed 10 km/h
Dew Point 13°C
Hottest Month
26°C
February
Avg Low13°C
Rain6days
Coldest Month
12°C
August
Avg High21°C
Rain26days
Driest Month
6days
February
Avg High26°C
Avg Low13°C
Windiest Month
13 km/h
February (Gusts 38)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding May, July, August, September due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:36
Daylight 12.2h
Sunset 18:45
Live conditions—
Eldoret on the map · live conditions
Eldoret, Kenya
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Kenya
- City
- Eldoret
- Population
- 475.7K
- Coordinates
- 0.52°, 35.27°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 14°C
Rain 17 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 21°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 25 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 13°C
Rain 17 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 13°C
Rain 7 days/mo
1/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 24°C / 13°C . Feb: 26°C / 13°C . Mar: 26°C / 14°C . Apr: 24°C / 14°C . May: 23°C / 13°C . Jun: 22°C / 13°C . Jul: 20°C / 12°C . Aug: 21°C / 12°C . Sep: 22°C / 12°C . Oct: 22°C / 13°C . Nov: 23°C / 13°C . Dec: 24°C / 12°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 62 mm. Feb: 31 mm. Mar: 94 mm. Apr: 209 mm. May: 233 mm. Jun: 189 mm. Jul: 239 mm. Aug: 282 mm. Sep: 242 mm. Oct: 175 mm. Nov: 100 mm. Dec: 55 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 60%. Feb: 55%. Mar: 60%. Apr: 72%. May: 78%. Jun: 80%. Jul: 86%. Aug: 84%. Sep: 79%. Oct: 75%. Nov: 72%. Dec: 64%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 12 km/h . Feb: 13 km/h . Mar: 12 km/h . Apr: 11 km/h . May: 8 km/h . Jun: 7 km/h . Jul: 8 km/h . Aug: 8 km/h . Sep: 8 km/h . Oct: 9 km/h . Nov: 13 km/h . Dec: 13 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 10. Mar: UV 10. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 9. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 9. Sep: UV 10. Oct: UV 10. Nov: UV 9. Dec: UV 9.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 10 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 26°C | Feb · 26°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 12°C | Aug · 12°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 310 mm | Aug · 282 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 15 km/h | Feb · 13 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February best
Excellent March
Good April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Good December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C / 13°C | 24°C / 12°C | 8days (62 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 8.8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February best | 26°C / 13°C | 26°C / 12°C | 6days (31 mm) Good | 11.1h Excellent | 55% Moderate | 9.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 26°C / 14°C | 26°C / 13°C | 11days (94 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 9.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 24°C / 14°C | 25°C / 14°C | 19days (209 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 72% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 23°C / 13°C | 24°C / 14°C | 22days (233 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 78% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 22°C / 13°C | 23°C / 13°C | 21days (189 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 20°C / 12°C | 22°C / 12°C | 28days (239 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 86% Very Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 21°C / 12°C | 23°C / 12°C | 26days (282 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 84% Humid | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 22°C / 12°C | 24°C / 12°C | 22days (242 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 79% Humid | 9.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 22°C / 13°C | 24°C / 12°C | 18days (175 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 9.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 23°C / 13°C | 23°C / 12°C | 12days (100 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 9.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December | 24°C / 12°C | 23°C / 11°C | 7days (55 mm) Good | 10.7h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Eldoret are February, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Eldoret, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Eldoret is February, with average daytime highs of 26°C (78°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Eldoret is August, with average overnight lows of 12°C (54°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Eldoret is August, averaging 282mm of precipitation across 26 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Eldoret runs through July, August, May, September, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Eldoret.
Eldoret receives approximately 125 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is February with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Eldoret.
The least favorable months to visit Eldoret are May, July, August, September, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider February instead.
The annual average UV index in Eldoret is 9, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Eldoret is 72%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Eldoret are 10 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 13 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 38 km/h / 24 mph).
Eldoret averages 2 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 64%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Eldoret is 13°C (55°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Eldoret has a Oceanic climate, classified as Cfb under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Eldoret ranges from 12°C (54°F) to 24°C (75°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Eldoret, with a climate score of 7/10. Consider visiting during February instead for better conditions.
For June in Eldoret, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses. With average highs of 22°C (71°F) and 21 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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