Kenya (Masai Mara) · September
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 28° (82°)22– (72–)31 (88) | 29° (84°)25– (77–)32 (90) | 29° (84°)22– (72–)32 (90) | 28° (82°)22– (72–)30 (86) | 27° (81°)23– (73–)28 (82) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)28 (82) | 27° (81°)23– (73–)29 (84) | 27° (81°)23– (73–)29 (84) | 28° (82°)24– (75–)30 (86) | 29° (84°)25– (77–)32 (90) | 28° (82°)23– (73–)30 (86) | 27° (81°)23– (73–)29 (84) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 15° (59°)12– (54–)17 (63) | 16° (61°)13– (55–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)13– (55–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)14– (57–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)13– (55–)17 (63) | 15° (59°)12– (54–)17 (63) | 15° (59°)11– (52–)17 (63) | 15° (59°)12– (54–)17 (63) | 15° (59°)13– (55–)17 (63) | 16° (61°)13– (55–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)13– (55–)17 (63) | 16° (61°)13– (55–)17 (63) |
☀️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 (3.4") | 7d51mm (2.0") | 9d117mm (4.6") | 15d162mm (6.4") | 8d62mm (2.4") | 5d36mm (1.4") | 2d15mm (0.6") | 3d26mm (1.0") | 5d44mm (1.7") | 6d53mm (2.1") | 12d139mm (5.5") | 13d126mm (5.0") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
September is among the best months in Kenya (Masai Mara): only 5 rain days, 28°C (82°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 28°C (82°F), cooling to 15°C (59°F) at night (daily average: 21°C (70°F)). Peaks reach around 30°C (86°F), the coldest nights around 13°C (55°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 5 rain days with 44 mm (1.7 in) 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 September
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is September a good time to visit Kenya (Masai Mara)?
- Yes — September is one of the best months to visit Kenya (Masai Mara) (Climate Score: 82/100). Pleasant temperatures (28°C (82°F)), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (5) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Kenya (Masai Mara) in September?
- In September, Kenya (Masai Mara) sees daily highs of 28°C (82°F). Nights cool to 15°C (59°F), with a daily average of 21°C (70°F). Peaks reach around 30°C (86°F), the coldest nights around 13°C (55°F).
- How much rain falls in Kenya (Masai Mara) in September?
- In September, Kenya (Masai Mara) receives an average of 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Kenya (Masai Mara) get in September?
- Kenya (Masai Mara) averages 9 sunshine hours per day in September — close to the annual average.
