Kenya in september: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Kenya in september 2025
Below, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of september for most popular cities in Kenya. These predictions are probabilities for the month of september from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in september in Nairobi
good weather UV index: 6
Weather at 6am
61°F
Partly Cloudy
51% of time
13%
12%
10%
Weather at 12pm
76°F
Clear/Sunny
45% of time
32%
20%
4%
Weather at 6pm
74°F
Moderate rain at times
35% of time
32%
26%
9%
Weather at 3am
61°F
56%
18%
11%
8%
Where to go in Kenya in september?
Where to go in Kenya in september: destination map
Where to go in each region in september?
| Central of Kenya (Nairobi, Lake Naivasha National Park, Mount Kenya National Park...) | 72°F to 79°F | 4 à 11 days | good weather | |
| East Coast of Kenya (Mombasa, Malindi, Lamu...) | 83°F to 85°F | 1 à 3 days | 79°F | good weather |
| North of Kenya (Lodwar, Marsabit National Park, Sibiloi National Park...) | 85°F to 95°F | 0 à 1 days | perfect weather* | |
| Northeast of Kenya (Mandera, Garissa, Wajir...) | 94°F to 95°F | 0 day | good weather* | |
| Nyanza (Kisumu, Kisii, Siaya...) | 76°F to 85°F | 14 à 22 days | tolerable weather* | |
| South Rift Valley (Tsavo West National Park, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kitale...) | 76°F to 86°F | 0 à 15 days | good weather* |
Where should you go in Kenya in september when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Kenya in september ranges from perfect to tolerable depending on the region and city.
On the month of september the weather in Kenya is perfect. It concerns the city of Lodwar only. Thus, in Lodwar the conditions are met so that you can enjoy a maximum your vacations: the sun is here, precipitations are scarce and the humidity is not too high. It is therefore the ideal month to travel to this city!
Please note that the weather is still good in the city of Nairobi. Here, temperatures are still suitable and allow you enjoy the sun and sightseeing in good conditions.
If you do not go lazing in the sun, but, for example to go sightseeing around, the cities of Malindi, Mombasa, Eldoret, Nakuru and Kisumu have a OK but just acceptable weather for this kind of activity in september.
Climate in Kenya in september
Climate in Nairobi in september
In september, the mean temperature in Nairobi is 70°F (maximum temperature is 79°F and minimum temperature is 61°F). The climate nice there in this month. With 3in over 5 days, rainfall can happen during your journey. But this is pretty reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With a good climate, the month of september is a good month to go in Nairobi.
| September | |||
| Average temperature | 70°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 61°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (15%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 37% | ||
| Length of day | 12:06 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Maasai Mara National Reserve in september
In september, the mean temperature in Maasai Mara National Reserve is 72°F (maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 59°F). The climate is quite pleasant in this city in this month. With 3.5in over 6 days, rainfall can happen throughout your journey. But this is reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With good weather conditions, september is a good month to go in this city in Kenya.
| September | |||
| Average temperature | 72°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 59°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (21%) | ||
| Humidity | 81% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 21% | ||
| Length of day | 12:06 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Mombasa in september
In the month of september, the mean temperature in Mombasa is 79°F (maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 74°F). The climate is burning here in this month. With about 1.7in over 1 days, the rain will not be a problem for your stay.
With a correct climate, september is okay (but not good time) for traveling there.
| September | |||
| Average temperature | 79°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 79°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (4%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 43% | ||
| Length of day | 12:05 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Mount Kenya National Park in september
In the month of september, the mean temperature in Mount Kenya National Park is 63°F (maximum temperature is 72°F and minimum temperature is 54°F). The climate is quite good here in the month of september. With 5.6in over 10 days, rain may occur for your vacations. But this is rather reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, the month of september is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in that area in Kenya.
| September | |||
| Average temperature | 63°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 72°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Rainfall | 5.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 10 day(s) (32%) | ||
| Humidity | 90% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 35% | ||
| Length of day | 12:07 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Lake Naivasha National Park in september
In the month of september, the mean temperature in Lake Naivasha National Park is 65°F (maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 54°F). The climate is quite good here in the month of september. With 5.5in over 8 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your trip. But this is pretty moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct weather, september is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this city in Kenya.
| September | |||
| Average temperature | 65°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Rainfall | 5.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 8 day(s) (28%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 25% | ||
| Length of day | 12:06 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
All cities in Kenya in september
| Nairobi in september | good weather |
| Maasai Mara National Reserve in september | good weather |
| Mombasa in september | good weather |
| Mount Kenya National Park in september | good weather |
| Lake Naivasha National Park in september | good weather |
| Tsavo West National Park in september | perfect weather |
| Amboseli National Park in september | perfect weather |
| Garissa in september | good weather |
| Kisii in september | tolerable weather |
| Kisumu in september | tolerable weather |
| Kitale in september | good weather |
| Lamu in september | good weather |
| Lodwar in september | perfect weather |
| Malindi in september | good weather |
| Mandera in september | perfect weather |
| Marsabit National Park in september | perfect weather |
| Mwingi National Reserve in september | good weather |
| Siaya in september | tolerable weather |
| Sibiloi National Park in september | perfect weather |
| Wajir in september | perfect weather |
| Aberdare National Park in september | good weather |
Weather data for Kenya in september:
Weather data for Kenya in september is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Kenya. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Kenya can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Kenya.