Kenya two dry and two wet seasons
Kenya dey sit for the equator, so e get dry and wet seasons instead of summer and winter. Temperature dey fairly warm through the year, but rainfall and wildlife go make big difference for your trip.
- Long dry season (June to October): the prime safari window, cooler and mostly no rain.
- Short rains (November to December): brief afternoon shower, green landscape, fewer crowd.
- Hot dry spell (January to February): sunny, excellent for wildlife and the coast.
- Long rains (March to May): the wettest stretch and the real low season.
Peak season: June to October
This na the best time for classic safari. Grass short, animals go gather for waterholes, and the famous Great Migration go reach the Masai Mara, usually between July and October. Dramatic Mara River crossings dey most likely for August and September.
Expect higher price and busy camps. Book Mara lodges months ahead, and carry fleece for cold dawn game drives, when temperature fit drop to around 10C.
Shoulder and low season: November to May
The short rains (November to December) go bring lush scenery and lower rate, and shower go usually clear by afternoon. January and February dey hot, dry and excellent for both safari and the Indian Ocean coast around Diani, Watamu and Lamu.
The long rains of March to May offer the lowest price but some lodges go close and dirt roads go turn to mud. E still fine time for birdwatching, migratory species dey present.
Festivals and events by month
- February to March: Maralal Camel Derby dey for August, but coastal carnivals and cultural events go liven up the dry months.
- June: Madaraka Day (1 June) celebrate self-rule.
- August: Maralal Camel Derby, one funny desert race for Samburu country.
- October: Mashujaa (Heroes) Day for 20 October.
- November: Lamu Cultural Festival go showcase Swahili dhow races, poetry and music.
- December: Jamhuri Day (12 December) mark independence, with nationwide festivities.
Quick recommendation
For the Migration and reliable game viewing, aim for July to October. For warm beaches and value, choose January to February. For green landscape and lowest price, the short rains for November dey smart pick.
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