The best times to visit Bumala for ideal weather are

June 18th to September 9th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Bumala Travel Info

Weather in Bumala

Temperature

Average temperatures in Bumala vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 28th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Bumala, the hottest months are February, March, and then January. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late November to early December where highs are regularly around 88.7°F (31.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 66.9°F (19.4°C) at night.

Bumala Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Bumala Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Bumala Perceived Temperature (F)

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Bumala Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Bumala Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 85.9 77.4 65.5
Feb 87.4 78.3 65.9
Mar 86.6 78.2 66.7
Apr 83.9 76.6 66.9
May 83.1 76.4 67.1
Jun 82.6 75.6 65.8
Jul 81.1 73.8 64.6
Aug 81.7 73.9 64.8
Sep 82.9 75.1 64.6
Oct 83.2 75.8 65.8
Nov 83.9 76.6 65.3
Dec 85.2 77.2 64.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 29.9 25.2 18.6
Feb 30.8 25.7 18.8
Mar 30.3 25.7 19.3
Apr 28.8 24.8 19.4
May 28.4 24.7 19.5
Jun 28.1 24.2 18.8
Jul 27.3 23.2 18.1
Aug 27.6 23.3 18.2
Sep 28.3 23.9 18.1
Oct 28.4 24.3 18.8
Nov 28.8 24.8 18.5
Dec 29.6 25.1 18.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Bumala are January, July, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late November to early December. For example, on the week of November 26th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late April with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of April 23rd.

When can you find snow in Bumala? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Bumala.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Bumala (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 10% 0 2
Feb 15% 0 4
Mar 16% 0 3.3
Apr 34% 0 8.1
May 34% 0 8.2
Jun 19% 0 2.8
Jul 11% 0 2.6
Aug 19% 0 4
Sep 25% 0 3.3
Oct 27% 0 4.4
Nov 16% 0 2.5
Dec 11% 0 2.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 10 0 5.1
Feb 15 0 10.2
Mar 16 0 8.4
Apr 34 0 20.6
May 34 0 20.8
Jun 19 0 7.1
Jul 11 0 6.6
Aug 19 0 10.2
Sep 25 0 8.4
Oct 27 0 11.2
Nov 16 0 6.4
Dec 11 0 6.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Bumala has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is February (45.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (62.2%).

Wind in Bumala is usually moderate. The windiest month is March, followed by February and January. March’s average wind speed of around 9.2 knots (10.5 MPH or 17 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early March where average top sustained speeds reach 17.3 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Bumala.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8.8 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Feb 8.9 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Mar 9.2 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze
Apr 8.5 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
May 7.9 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze
Jun 6.9 Light breeze 13 Significant breeze
Jul 7 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Aug 7.5 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Sep 7.6 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Oct 7.8 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Nov 7.6 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Dec 8.3 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 48%
Feb 45.1%
Mar 49.8%
Apr 59.1%
May 61.2%
Jun 59.7%
Jul 62%
Aug 62.2%
Sep 61.1%
Oct 59.9%
Nov 57.1%
Dec 50.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Bumala?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Kenya; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 01, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Bumala, Kenya is July, followed by October and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Bumala in September. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 78.6 in September means 78.6% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Bumala Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 88.7°F (31.5°C) and 82.2°F (27.9°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 10 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 3 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Bumala, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 86.4°F (30.2°C) and 81.5°F (27.5°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Bumala to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 88°F (31.1°C) and 83.7°F (28.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 3 to 4 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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