in Kenya: when to go?
tropical équatorial climate
Le Kenya jouit d'un climat tropical équatorial particulièrement clément, avec des températures douces toute l'année grâce à l'altitude du plateau central. Le pays connaît deux saisons sèches distinctes : la grande saison sèche de juin à octobre, période idéale pour les safaris avec une visibilité excellente et des animaux concentrés autour des points d'eau, et la petite saison sèche de décembre à mars, parfaite pour combiner safari et détente sur la côte swahilie. Les deux saisons des pluies - les longues pluies d'avril-mai et les courtes pluies de novembre - transforment les paysages en jardins verdoyants mais peuvent compliquer les déplacements sur piste. La côte de l'océan Indien offre un climat plus chaud et humide, tempéré par les alizés, tandis que les hauts plateaux autour de Nairobi bénéficient de températures plus fraîches. Pour un premier voyage, privilégiez la période juin-octobre pour des conditions optimales de safari, ou janvier-mars pour profiter pleinement des plages de Diani et Malindi.
- Best period
- December to February, June to October
- Good alternatives
- March
- Rainy season
- April to May, November
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Climate in numbers
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Climate zones
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Temperature
15° — 28°C
Precipitation
45 mm
Average temperature
21.5°C
Rating
Idéal
By climate zone
Conditions parfaites pour les safaris et la côte. Végétation verte après les courtes pluies.
Temperature
16° — 29°C
Precipitation
35 mm
Average temperature
22.5°C
Rating
Idéal
By climate zone
Mois le plus sec et ensoleillé. Idéal pour l'observation de la faune et la plongée.
Temperature
17° — 30°C
Precipitation
80 mm
Average temperature
23.5°C
Rating
Bon
By climate zone
Encore favorable mais premières averses. Paysages qui verdissent progressivement.
Temperature
18° — 28°C
Precipitation
200 mm
Average temperature
23°C
Rating
Moyen
By climate zone
Pluies intenses quotidiennes. Pistes difficiles, lodges parfois fermés dans certaines réserves.
Temperature
17° — 26°C
Precipitation
150 mm
Average temperature
21.5°C
Rating
Moyen
By climate zone
Pluies encore fréquentes mais moins intenses. Végétation luxuriante, animaux difficiles à observer.
Temperature
14° — 25°C
Precipitation
15 mm
Average temperature
19.5°C
Rating
Idéal
By climate zone
Retour du beau temps. Températures fraîches, excellent pour les safaris et randonnées.
Temperature
13° — 24°C
Precipitation
10 mm
Average temperature
18.5°C
Rating
Idéal
By climate zone
Période de migration dans le Masai Mara. Temps sec mais frais, prévoir pulls le soir.
Temperature
13.5° — 25°C
Precipitation
12 mm
Average temperature
19°C
Rating
Idéal
By climate zone
Apogée de la migration des gnous. Conditions idéales pour tous les safaris.
Temperature
14° — 27°C
Precipitation
18 mm
Average temperature
20.5°C
Rating
Idéal
By climate zone
Excellentes conditions persistent. Fin de la grande migration, faune concentrée.
Temperature
16° — 28°C
Precipitation
25 mm
Average temperature
22°C
Rating
Bon
By climate zone
Encore très favorable. Températures qui remontent doucement avant les courtes pluies.
Temperature
17° — 27°C
Precipitation
110 mm
Average temperature
22°C
Rating
Moyen
By climate zone
Averses courtes mais fréquentes. Paysages qui reverdissent, safaris plus compliqués.
Temperature
16° — 28°C
Precipitation
60 mm
Average temperature
22°C
Rating
Bon
By climate zone
Retour progressif du beau temps. Bonne période pour éviter la foule de haute saison.
Frequently asked questions
Everything about the climate and the best time to visit in Kenya
The best months to visit in Kenya are January, February, June, July, August, September, October, December. This period offers favourable weather and ideal conditions for exploring the country at its best.
Yes, the tropical climate of Kenya remains warm and humid year-round (average temperature 25.5°C). Seasonal variations mainly concern rainfall rather than temperatures.
The rainy season in Kenya mainly affects April, May, November. Showers are generally short and intense, often occurring late in the day, followed by beautiful sunny spells.
Absolutely. Traveling in Kenya during the rainy season even has its advantages: lush landscapes, fewer tourists, more favorable rates. Our local agency adapts itineraries based on actual weather conditions.
Underwater visibility in Kenya is optimal during the dry season, between January, February, June, July, August, September, October, December. Water temperature remains pleasant year-round (around 28-30°C). Our agency guides you to the best spots according to the season.
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