The best times to visit Trans-Nzoia for ideal weather are

December 24th to March 18th

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

 

 


Other Trans-Nzoia Travel Info

Weather in Trans-Nzoia

Temperature

Average temperatures in Trans-Nzoia vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 73rd 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 Trans-Nzoia, the hottest months are March, February, and then January. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early March where highs are regularly around 85.1°F (29.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 53.8°F (12.1°C) at night.

Trans-Nzoia Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Trans-Nzoia 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.

Trans-Nzoia Perceived Temperature (F)

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Trans-Nzoia Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Trans-Nzoia 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 82.7 68.4 52.1
Feb 83.5 69 53.7
Mar 83.8 69.7 55
Apr 80.4 67.5 56.7
May 79 66.6 56.7
Jun 77.2 65.5 55.3
Jul 76.4 64.1 54.3
Aug 76.9 64 54.4
Sep 78.4 64.6 54.4
Oct 78.5 65.8 55.4
Nov 78.1 66.2 54.6
Dec 79.5 66.5 53.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 28.2 20.2 11.2
Feb 28.6 20.6 12.1
Mar 28.8 20.9 12.8
Apr 26.9 19.7 13.7
May 26.1 19.2 13.7
Jun 25.1 18.6 12.9
Jul 24.7 17.8 12.4
Aug 24.9 17.8 12.4
Sep 25.8 18.1 12.4
Oct 25.8 18.8 13
Nov 25.6 19 12.6
Dec 26.4 19.2 11.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Trans-Nzoia are January, February, 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 mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid May with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of May 7th.

When can you find snow in Trans-Nzoia? 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 Trans-Nzoia.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Trans-Nzoia (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 4% 0 0.5
Feb 11% 0 1.7
Mar 21% 0 3.4
Apr 40% 0 7.1
May 43% 0 6.6
Jun 35% 0 4.7
Jul 39% 0 6.1
Aug 43% 0 6.5
Sep 38% 0 5.7
Oct 36% 0 5.8
Nov 30% 0 4.2
Dec 16% 0 2.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 0 1.3
Feb 11 0 4.3
Mar 21 0 8.6
Apr 40 0 18
May 43 0 16.8
Jun 35 0 11.9
Jul 39 0 15.5
Aug 43 0 16.5
Sep 38 0 14.5
Oct 36 0 14.7
Nov 30 0 10.7
Dec 16 0 7.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Trans-Nzoia has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is January (43.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (75.2%).

Wind in Trans-Nzoia is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is February, followed by March and January. February’s average wind speed of around 3.7 knots (4.2 MPH or 6.8 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid March where average top sustained speeds reach 10.5 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Trans-Nzoia.

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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 3.5 Barely noticeable 8.7 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.7 Barely noticeable 9.2 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.6 Barely noticeable 9.1 Gentle breeze
Apr 2.9 Barely noticeable 7.9 Gentle breeze
May 2.5 Barely noticeable 7.2 Gentle breeze
Jun 2.7 Barely noticeable 7 Gentle breeze
Jul 2.7 Barely noticeable 7.4 Gentle breeze
Aug 2.8 Barely noticeable 7.3 Gentle breeze
Sep 3 Barely noticeable 7.6 Gentle breeze
Oct 3 Barely noticeable 7.9 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.1 Barely noticeable 7.7 Gentle breeze
Dec 3 Barely noticeable 7.6 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 43.5%
Feb 45.2%
Mar 48.5%
Apr 65.8%
May 72.3%
Jun 73.2%
Jul 73.9%
Aug 75.2%
Sep 72.3%
Oct 69.3%
Nov 67.1%
Dec 58.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Trans-Nzoia?

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 Trans-Nzoia, Kenya is November, followed by June 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 Trans-Nzoia in December. 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 81 in December means 81% of the tourists vs. November.

 

 

Overall Trans-Nzoia Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 85.1°F (29.5°C) and 78.5°F (25.8°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is very common with 6 to 13 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 comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 10 to 13 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Trans-Nzoia, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 76.8°F (24.9°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a good amount: 9 to 11 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Trans-Nzoia to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 84.5°F (29.2°C) and 79.1°F (26.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 5 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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