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Kenya in November: go or not?

Good time. Kenya in November gets 7.3/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 1.29°S · 36.82°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Kenya · November
7.3
15–24°
Temperature
46%
Rain
6h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
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The month in detail

What to expect in November

In November, Kenya sees 75°F during the day with 5.9h of sunshine per day. With 46% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. February (9.1/10) is significantly better if possible.

November ranks 12 out of 12 months in Kenya. Compared to October: −4°F daytime, 25 pts more rainy days, −1.5h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in November

UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
comfortable
14°
Daylight
12.1h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 30
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Is November the right month?

The best month in Kenya is February (9.1/10), 1.8 pt higher than November.

See February →See all 12 months →
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · Kenya

🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyShilling kényan (KSh)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 82°F
❄️Coolest monthJune · 73°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 46%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
Location

Where is Kenya ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Kenya
Equatorial tropical climate with a 9.1 → 7.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
1.29°S · 36.82°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Kenya?
February is the best month with 82°F highs, 59°F lows, 8.4h of sunshine and 12.0% rainy days. The months of February & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Kenya get in February?
Kenya averages 8.4 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in Kenya?
November is the most unfavourable month with November has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Kenya in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 59°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Kenya good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Kenya scores 8.2/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 8.7/10.
When should you avoid Kenya?
November is the most difficult month to visit Kenya, with November has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Kenya in November?
The average UV index reaches 8 in November in Kenya (very high), with about 12.1h of daylight. Protection essential.