April weather forecast
Kenya

April marks the peak of the long rainy season in Kenya, witnessing the highest rainfall of the year. In Nairobi, the precipitation significantly increases, with an average rainfall reaching up to 240mm (9.45"). This substantial rise in rainfall compared to the preceding months can cause some disruption to outdoor activities and travel in rural areas due to muddy and impassable roads.

In terms of temperature, Nairobi experiences a slight decrease in April due to increased cloud cover and precipitation. The city sees average low temperatures of 14°C (57.2°F) and high temperatures peaking at approximately 24°C (75.2°F), making it one of the cooler months of the year.

Mombasa, the coastal city, also experiences increased rainfall in April, with average precipitation reaching 200mm (7.87"). Despite the rainfall, temperatures remain high, generally ranging from 23°C (73.4°F) to 31°C (87.8°F). The Indian Ocean waters maintain their warmth, although the frequent rains may limit opportunities for beach activities.

Moving north, cities like Marsabit experience a notable drop in temperatures in April. The daytime highs can reach around 32°C (89.6°F), a noticeable decrease from the peak temperatures of the dry season. This shift in weather marks a break from the intense heat experienced in this region during the previous months.

In the city of Kisumu, in western Kenya, April brings substantial rainfall, with average precipitation reaching 180mm (7.09"). Temperatures during this month range from 18°C (64.4°F) to 29°C (84.2°F). The rise in rainfall and the drop in temperatures indicate the full onset of the long rainy season.

Despite the increased rainfall, April can offer unique wildlife viewing experiences, as the lush vegetation attracts a variety of bird species, and the migration of wildebeests begins in the Maasai Mara. However, the high levels of precipitation can make it more challenging to navigate the national parks and reserves.

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• Nairobi - April »
  The month with the most rainfall in Nairobi is April, when the rain falls for 26.6 days and typically aggregates up to 125mm (4.92") of precipitation. April is noteworthy as Nairobi's rainiest month, with cloudy skies and frequent showers defining most days.
• Mombasa - April »
  In Mombasa during April, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation. April brings rainy whispers in Mombasa, as noted by an increased precipitation from 34mm (1.34") in March to 35mm (1.38").
• Nakuru - April »
  In Nakuru during April, the rain falls for 19.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 77mm (3.03") of precipitation. In Nakuru, in April, during 19.6 rainfall days, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Eldoret - April »
  Eldoret's entry into April measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.2°C (75.6°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. In Eldoret in April, it is raining for 23 days, with typically 160mm (6.3") of accumulated precipitation.
• Kitale - April »
  In Kitale during April, the rain falls for 20.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 103mm (4.06") of precipitation. On the first day of April in Kitale, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:47.
• Malindi - April »
  The arrival of April in Malindi brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), closely following the temperature pattern of March. In April, the average sea temperature in Malindi is 29°C (84.2°F).
• Garissa - April »
  In Garissa, in April, during 16 rainfall days, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated. April transitions Garissa to a changed weather atmosphere, most notably characterized by an upsurge in rainfall to 45mm (1.77").
• Kakamega - April »
  April showers in Kakamega result in a beautiful bloom throughout the city while the cooler temperatures provide a pleasant change from the previous months' warmth. In Kakamega, in April, during 23.8 rainfall days, 150mm (5.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Kapenguria - April »
  In Kapenguria, during April, the rain falls for 20.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 103mm (4.06") of precipitation. On the first day of April in Kapenguria, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:47.
• Bungoma - April »
  On the first day of April in Bungoma sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:49. In Bungoma, during April, the rain falls for 23.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 150mm (5.91") of precipitation.