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Best Time to Visit Kenya

Kenya is a year-round destination, but timing your visit right can make your trip extraordinary.

Dry Season (Jan-Mar)

Dry Season (Jan-Mar)

Hot and dry with excellent wildlife viewing around water sources. Best for photography.

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Long Rains (Apr-May)

Long Rains (Apr-May)

Lush green landscapes, fewer tourists, and great value. Roads can be challenging.

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Cool Dry (Jun-Oct)

Cool Dry (Jun-Oct)

Peak safari season with the Great Migration. Best weather and wildlife viewing.

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Short Rains (Nov-Dec)

Short Rains (Nov-Dec)

Brief afternoon showers, green landscapes, and fewer crowds at the coast.

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Great Migration

Great Migration

July-October: Over 2 million wildebeest cross from Tanzania to the Maasai Mara.

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Mount Kenya Climbing

Mount Kenya Climbing

Best months: January-February and August-October for clear skies and stable weather.

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Kenya Climate Guide

Kenya sits on the equator, so temperatures are generally warm year-round. The country experiences two rainy seasons and two dry seasons, with regional variations between the coast, highlands, and northern frontier.

  • Average temperatures: 20-28‚°C (68-82‚°F) at the coast
  • Highlands: 15-25‚°C (59-77‚°F) with cooler nights
  • Northern Kenya: Hot and semi-arid, 25-35‚°C
  • Mornings and evenings are best for game drives
  • Carry layers for early morning safaris
  • Sunscreen and water essential year-round

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Our travel experts will help you choose the ideal dates for your Kenya adventure.

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