Kenya (Masai Mara) · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonKenya · Africa
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 28° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 27° | 26° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 29° | 28° | 27° |
MINMIN | 15° | 16° | 16° | 16° | 16° | 15° | 15° | 15° | 15° | 16° | 16° | 16° |
☀️Sunshine | 9h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 8h UV 9 | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 9h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 8h UV 9 | 8h UV 9 |
🌧Rain Days | 10d86mm | 7d51mm | 9d117mm | 15d162mm | 8d62mm | 5d36mm | 2d15mm | 3d26mm | 5d44mm | 6d53mm | 12d139mm | 13d126mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is among the best months in Kenya (Masai Mara): only 3 rain days, 27°C highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 27°C, cooling to 15°C at night (daily average: 20°C). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 3 rain days with 26 mm total.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Packing list for Kenya (Masai Mara) in August
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Leichte Jacke für kühle Abende
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Kenya (Masai Mara)?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Kenya (Masai Mara) (Climate Score: 82/100). Pleasant temperatures (27°C), good sunshine (8 h/day), and few rain days (3) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Kenya (Masai Mara) in August?
- In August, Kenya (Masai Mara) sees daily highs of 27°C. Nights cool to 15°C, with a daily average of 20°C.
- How much rain falls in Kenya (Masai Mara) in August?
- In August, Kenya (Masai Mara) receives an average of 26 mm of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Kenya (Masai Mara) get in August?
- Kenya (Masai Mara) averages 8 sunshine hours per day in August — close to the annual average.
