October is a hot and dry time for sunbathing in Kenya. October is an excellent month for swimming in Kenya with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Kenya in the months of January, February, April, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.
The average maximum temperature in Kenya in October is 29°. The average maximum temperature is 28° in the previous month and 30° in the next month.
The average temperature in Kenya in October is 26°. The average temperature ranges is 26° in the previous month and 27° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Kenya in October is 23°. The minimum temperature is 23° in the previous month and 24° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Kenya in October are 12.2 and there are 9.6 hours of sunshine per day on average during October making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in Kenya in October is typically 14.4 during October. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Kenya in October is 25.8° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.
The average total rainfall in Kenya in October is 6.7cm and on average there are 8 rainy days in October making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Kenya in October is 23° which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 22° in the previous month and 24° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Kenya in October is typically 91.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 89.2% in the previous month and 92.9% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Kenya in October is typically 78.8%. The average relative humidity is 76.2% in the previous month and 79.8% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Kenya in October is typically 27kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 28kmh in the previous month and 24kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Kenya in October is typically 12kmh. The average wind speed is 14kmh in the previous month and 8kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Kenya in October is from the South-Southeast.
