Nakuru County weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Nakuru County, Kenya. Like most weather services, we show Nakuru County at one spot: Nakuru, its largest city. At 12:45 AM local time it was partly cloudy and 16°C (60°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (3.4 mm total). Best months for weather: Sep, Jan–Feb.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 55%
- Chance of rain
- 18%
- Rain
- 0.1 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (3.4 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Sep, Jan–FebOff season Apr
About Nakuru weather
Is it raining in Nakuru right now?
No. It’s partly cloudy and 16° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (3.4 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Nakuru this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 23–25° and lows of 14–15°. Rain is likely on 6 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Nakuru lately?
In the past 7 days, Nakuru had 4 rainy days and 30.8 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Nakuru?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket and a light jacket.
Nakuru County weather by month
When is the best time to visit Nakuru County?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Nakuru County is Sep, Jan–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Apr tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 19°C (67°F) in July to 24°C (76°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Nakuru County?
April is the wettest month, with about 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 39 mm (1.5 in).
What is the hottest month in Nakuru County?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 24°C (76°F) and lows of 9°C (49°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 19°C (67°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F).
Does Nakuru County have a rainy season?
Yes. Apr is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jan–Feb is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Nakuru), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Nakuru County
Weather can differ a lot within Nakuru County: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nakuru | Sep, Jan–Feb | Apr | 19–24°C | 1,234 mm |
| Naivasha | Sep, Jan–Feb | Apr | 19–24°C | 1,234 mm |
| Gilgil | Sep, Jan–Feb | Apr | 19–24°C | 1,234 mm |
| Molo | Dec–Feb | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | 20–24°C | 1,557 mm |
| Njoro | Jul, Sep, Jan–Feb | Apr | 19–24°C | 1,234 mm |
| Rongai | Dec–Feb | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | 20–24°C | 1,557 mm |
| Elburgon | Jul, Sep, Jan–Feb | Apr–May, Nov | 19–23°C | 1,351 mm |
| Maai Mahiu | Jun–Sep, Jan–Feb | Apr | 23–27°C | 789 mm |
| Mai | Jun–Sep, Jan–Feb | Apr | 23–27°C | 789 mm |