Malaba, Kenya experiences average highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 18 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have cooled by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records.
Malaba, Kenya Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Malaba, Kenya. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Apr–Nov At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.3/10
Best: January, February, December
UV Index
9
High
Temperature 27°C / 17°C
Feels Like 29°C / 18°C
Rainy Days 18
Rainfall 189 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 75%
Wind Speed 9 km/h
Dew Point 17°C
Hottest Month
29°C
February
Avg Low18°C
Rain10days
Coldest Month
17°C
June
Avg High26°C
Rain20days
Driest Month
10days
January
Avg High28°C
Avg Low17°C
Windiest Month
11 km/h
February (Gusts 30)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April, May, November due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:40
Daylight 12.2h
Sunset 18:49
Live conditions—
Malaba on the map · live conditions
Malaba, Kenya
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Kenya
- City
- Malaba
- Population
- 15.6K
- Coordinates
- 0.64°, 34.28°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 22 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 17 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 19 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 11 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: 28°C / 17°C . Feb: 29°C / 18°C . Mar: 28°C / 18°C . Apr: 26°C / 18°C . May: 26°C / 17°C . Jun: 26°C / 17°C . Jul: 25°C / 17°C . Aug: 26°C / 17°C . Sep: 26°C / 17°C . Oct: 27°C / 17°C . Nov: 26°C / 17°C . Dec: 27°C / 17°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 94 mm. Feb: 67 mm. Mar: 223 mm. Apr: 396 mm. May: 312 mm. Jun: 178 mm. Jul: 133 mm. Aug: 103 mm. Sep: 157 mm. Oct: 207 mm. Nov: 251 mm. Dec: 146 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 68%. Feb: 66%. Mar: 73%. Apr: 80%. May: 81%. Jun: 78%. Jul: 76%. Aug: 75%. Sep: 75%. Oct: 77%. Nov: 78%. Dec: 73%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 10 km/h . Feb: 11 km/h . Mar: 10 km/h . Apr: 9 km/h . May: 8 km/h . Jun: 8 km/h . Jul: 8 km/h . Aug: 8 km/h . Sep: 8 km/h . Oct: 8 km/h . Nov: 8 km/h . Dec: 9 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 9h. May: 10h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. 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 cooled by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 54 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 30°C | Feb · 29°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 17°C | Jun · 17°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 460 mm | Apr · 396 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 11 km/h | Feb · 11 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July
Good August
Good September
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 28°C / 17°C | 30°C / 18°C | 10days (94 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 68% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 29°C / 18°C | 31°C / 18°C | 10days (67 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 9.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 28°C / 18°C | 31°C / 19°C | 18days (223 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 9.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 26°C / 18°C | 30°C / 19°C | 24days (396 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 80% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 26°C / 17°C | 29°C / 19°C | 25days (312 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 81% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 26°C / 17°C | 28°C / 18°C | 20days (178 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 78% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 25°C / 17°C | 27°C / 18°C | 16days (133 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 76% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| August | 26°C / 17°C | 28°C / 18°C | 16days (103 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 8.8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| September | 26°C / 17°C | 30°C / 18°C | 18days (157 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 9.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 27°C / 17°C | 30°C / 19°C | 20days (207 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 77% Humid | 9.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 26°C / 17°C | 29°C / 18°C | 19days (251 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 78% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December best | 27°C / 17°C | 30°C / 18°C | 14days (146 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Malaba are January, February, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Malaba, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Malaba is February, with average daytime highs of 29°C (84°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Malaba is June, with average overnight lows of 17°C (62°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Malaba is April, averaging 396mm of precipitation across 24 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Malaba runs through May, April, June, October, with the heaviest rainfall in May. Based on 10-year averages for Malaba.
Malaba receives approximately 121 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is February with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Malaba.
The least favorable months to visit Malaba are March, April, May, November, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider January, February, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Malaba is 9, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Malaba is 75%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Malaba are 9 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 11 km/h (7 mph) (gusts up to 30 km/h / 19 mph).
Malaba averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 68%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Malaba is 17°C (63°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Malaba has a Tropical Rainforest climate, classified as Af under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Malaba ranges from 18°C (64°F) to 29°C (84°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 Malaba, with a climate score of 7/10. Consider visiting during January, February, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Malaba, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 26°C (78°F) and 20 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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