Simba, Kenya experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 18°C (64°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 1.1°C (2.0°F) across the available records.
Simba, Kenya Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Simba, Kenya. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.5/10
Best: May, June, July, August, September
UV Index
9
High
Temperature 29°C / 18°C
Feels Like 30°C / 20°C
Rainy Days 7
Rainfall 36 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 64%
Wind Speed 15 km/h
Dew Point 16°C
Hottest Month
31°C
March
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 10 days
Coldest Month
17°C
July
Avg High 27°C
Rain 1 days
Driest Month
0 days
September
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 17°C
Windiest Month
18 km/h
September (Gusts 39)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding April due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:35
Daylight 12h
Sunset 18:36
Live conditions —
Simba on the map · live conditions
Simba, Kenya
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Kenya
- City
- Simba
- Population
- 2.5K
- Coordinates
- -2.16°, 37.59°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 7 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 9 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 11 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 1 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 29°C / 19°C . Feb: 30°C / 19°C . Mar: 31°C / 20°C . Apr: 29°C / 20°C . May: 28°C / 19°C . Jun: 28°C / 17°C . Jul: 27°C / 17°C . Aug: 28°C / 17°C . Sep: 29°C / 17°C . Oct: 30°C / 19°C . Nov: 28°C / 19°C . Dec: 28°C / 19°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 49 mm. Feb: 22 mm. Mar: 60 mm. Apr: 92 mm. May: 29 mm. Jun: 2 mm. Jul: 2 mm. Aug: 2 mm. Sep: 2 mm. Oct: 30 mm. Nov: 82 mm. Dec: 56 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 65%. Feb: 61%. Mar: 63%. Apr: 73%. May: 68%. Jun: 60%. Jul: 58%. Aug: 59%. Sep: 57%. Oct: 60%. Nov: 72%. Dec: 72%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 14 km/h . Feb: 15 km/h . Mar: 15 km/h . Apr: 14 km/h . May: 13 km/h . Jun: 13 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 17 km/h . Sep: 18 km/h . Oct: 18 km/h . Nov: 15 km/h . Dec: 15 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. 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 8. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 9. Dec: UV 9.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 1.1°C (2.0°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 · 31°C | Mar · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 17°C | Jul · 17°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 84 mm | Apr · 92 mm |
| Windiest month | Sep 2025 · 18 km/h | Sep · 18 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Excellent 
February
Good March
Good April
Good May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Excellent November
Good December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 19°C | 31°C / 21°C | 8days (49 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February | 30°C / 19°C | 32°C / 21°C | 5days (22 mm) Good | 11.1h Excellent | 61% Muggy | 9.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 31°C / 20°C | 33°C / 22°C | 10days (60 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 9.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 29°C / 20°C | 31°C / 22°C | 17days (92 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 8.8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| May best | 28°C / 19°C | 29°C / 20°C | 7days (29 mm) Good | 10.4h Excellent | 68% Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 28°C / 17°C | 28°C / 18°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 10.2h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 27°C / 17°C | 27°C / 17°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 9.9h Good | 58% Moderate | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 28°C / 17°C | 27°C / 17°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 9.7h Good | 59% Moderate | 8.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 29°C / 17°C | 29°C / 18°C | 0days (2 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 8.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 30°C / 19°C | 31°C / 20°C | 5days (30 mm) Good | 11h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 8.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 28°C / 19°C | 30°C / 21°C | 17days (82 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8.8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December | 28°C / 19°C | 30°C / 21°C | 15days (56 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8.8 Very High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Simba are May, June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Simba, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Simba is March, with average daytime highs of 31°C (87°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Simba is July, with average overnight lows of 17°C (62°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Simba is April, averaging 92mm of precipitation across 17 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Simba runs through April, November, December, March, with the heaviest rainfall in April. Based on 10-year averages for Simba.
Simba receives approximately 126 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is February with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Simba.
The least favorable months to visit Simba are April, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Simba is 9, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Simba is 64%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Simba are 15 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is September with peak winds reaching 18 km/h (11 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Simba averages 2 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 60%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Simba is 16°C (61°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Simba 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 Simba ranges from 20°C (68°F) to 30°C (86°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, July is a great time to visit Simba. It earns a climate score of 9.5/10 with Excellent.
For July in Simba, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 27°C (81°F) and 1 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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