Kainuk, Kenya experiences average highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 7 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have warmed by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records.
Kainuk, Kenya Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Kainuk, 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
6.9/10
Best: January, February, June, November, December
UV Index
9
High
Temperature 32°C / 21°C
Feels Like 34°C / 22°C
Rainy Days 7
Rainfall 51 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 53%
Wind Speed 10 km/h
Dew Point 16°C
Hottest Month
35°C
February
Avg Low21°C
Rain1days
Coldest Month
20°C
August
Avg High30°C
Rain15days
Driest Month
1days
January
Avg High34°C
Avg Low20°C
Windiest Month
13 km/h
February (Gusts 40)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April, October due to extreme heat.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:33
Daylight 12.2h
Sunset 18:46
Live conditions—
Kainuk on the map · live conditions
Kainuk, Kenya
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Kenya
- City
- Kainuk
- Population
- 10.5K
- Coordinates
- 1.77°, 35.51°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 8 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 13 days/mo
1/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 7 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 1 days/mo
3/3 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: 34°C / 20°C . Feb: 35°C / 21°C . Mar: 35°C / 21°C . Apr: 33°C / 22°C . May: 31°C / 21°C . Jun: 31°C / 21°C . Jul: 29°C / 20°C . Aug: 30°C / 20°C . Sep: 32°C / 21°C . Oct: 33°C / 22°C . Nov: 32°C / 21°C . Dec: 33°C / 21°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 5 mm. Feb: 4 mm. Mar: 19 mm. Apr: 84 mm. May: 84 mm. Jun: 61 mm. Jul: 108 mm. Aug: 99 mm. Sep: 74 mm. Oct: 38 mm. Nov: 29 mm. Dec: 9 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 38%. Feb: 37%. Mar: 44%. Apr: 57%. May: 63%. Jun: 57%. Jul: 66%. Aug: 64%. Sep: 56%. Oct: 52%. Nov: 52%. Dec: 45%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 12 km/h . Feb: 13 km/h . Mar: 13 km/h . Apr: 11 km/h . May: 8 km/h . Jun: 8 km/h . Jul: 7 km/h . Aug: 8 km/h . Sep: 8 km/h . Oct: 11 km/h . Nov: 13 km/h . Dec: 13 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 10. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 9. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 9. 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 warmed by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 36°C | Feb · 35°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 20°C | Aug · 20°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 152 mm | Jul · 108 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 14 km/h | Feb · 13 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Good March
Good April
Fair May
Good June best
Good July
Good August
Good September
Good October
Fair November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 34°C / 20°C | 34°C / 21°C | 1days (5 mm) Excellent | 11.1h Excellent | 38% Comfortable | 8.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 35°C / 21°C | 35°C / 21°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 11.3h Excellent | 37% Comfortable | 9.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 35°C / 21°C | 36°C / 22°C | 4days (19 mm) Good | 11.2h Excellent | 44% Moderate | 9.6 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 33°C / 22°C | 35°C / 24°C | 10days (84 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 8.7 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| May | 31°C / 21°C | 34°C / 24°C | 10days (84 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 31°C / 21°C | 33°C / 23°C | 9days (61 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| July | 29°C / 20°C | 32°C / 22°C | 16days (108 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| August | 30°C / 20°C | 33°C / 22°C | 15days (99 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| September | 32°C / 21°C | 34°C / 22°C | 9days (74 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 56% Moderate | 9.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October | 33°C / 22°C | 35°C / 24°C | 7days (38 mm) Good | 11h Excellent | 52% Moderate | 9 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| November best | 32°C / 21°C | 34°C / 23°C | 4days (29 mm) Good | 10.9h Excellent | 52% Moderate | 8.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 33°C / 21°C | 33°C / 22°C | 2days (9 mm) Excellent | 11h Excellent | 45% Moderate | 8.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Kainuk are January, February, June, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Kainuk, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Kainuk is February, with average daytime highs of 35°C (95°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Kainuk is August, with average overnight lows of 20°C (68°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Kainuk is July, averaging 108mm of precipitation across 16 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Kainuk runs through July, August, April, May, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Kainuk.
Kainuk receives approximately 131 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is February with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Kainuk.
The least favorable months to visit Kainuk are March, April, October, primarily due to extreme heat. For the best conditions, consider January, February, June, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Kainuk is 9, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Kainuk is 53%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Kainuk are 10 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 13 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 40 km/h / 25 mph).
Kainuk averages 4 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 53%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Kainuk is 16°C (61°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Kainuk has a Hot Semi-Arid climate, classified as BSh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Kainuk ranges from 22°C (72°F) to 34°C (93°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Kainuk. It earns a climate score of 7.3/10 with Good.
For June in Kainuk, pack Umbrella, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses. With average highs of 31°C (88°F) and 9 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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