Best Time to Visit Kisumu
Best time: Jan, Jul, Feb, Oct.
Feb is warmest (30.5°C high); Apr is rainiest (222 mm).
Kisumu weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 30.4 | 17 | 64 | 9.3 |
| Feb | 30.5 | 17.4 | 88 | 9.6 |
| Mar | 30.2 | 17.6 | 156 | 9.4 |
| Apr | 28.7 | 17.4 | 222 | 8.7 |
| May | 28.1 | 17 | 176 | 8.7 |
| Jun | 27.9 | 16.3 | 93 | 8.8 |
| Jul | 27.6 | 16 | 77 | 8.5 |
| Aug | 28.2 | 15.9 | 99 | 8.7 |
| Sep | 29.1 | 16.1 | 97 | 9.3 |
| Oct | 29.6 | 16.8 | 93 | 9.1 |
| Nov | 29 | 17.3 | 124 | 8.7 |
| Dec | 29.7 | 17 | 100 | 8.9 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JanJulFebOct
Beaches: JanJulFebOct
Hiking: JulJan
Sightseeing: JanJulFebOct
Kisumu quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kisumu?
Jan, Jul, Feb, Oct.
What is the rainiest month?
Apr, about 222 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Feb, with average highs of 30.5°C.
Where to stay
See Kisumu hotels · Book Kisumu tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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