Weather in Kenya for April 2027
In general, the average temperature in Kenya at the beginning of April is 25.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 22.7 °C by the end of April.
Kenya experiences heavy rainfall in April, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 218.6 mm.
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Kenya Weather April
What’s the Weather Like in Kenya This April?
Temperatures trend during April in Kenya
April weather in Kenya day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 Apr. |  Patchy rain possible | 26° /15° | 1.8 mm | 9 | |
| 2 Apr. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /15° | 0.7 mm | 10 | |
| 3 Apr. |  Light rain | 26° /15° | 5.2 mm | 9 | |
| 4 Apr. | Light rain | 25° /16° | 4.6 mm | 9 | |
| 5 Apr. | Light rain | 25° /16° | 4.1 mm | 8 | |
| 6 Apr. | Light rain | 23° /15° | 5.6 mm | 8 | |
| 7 Apr. | Light rain | 25° /15° | 5.1 mm | 9 | |
| 8 Apr. |  Moderate rain at times | 26° /15° | 6.2 mm | 9 | |
| 9 Apr. | Light rain | 25° /15° | 3.7 mm | 9 | |
| 10 Apr. | Light rain | 26° /15° | 9.7 mm | 9 | |
| 11 Apr. | Light rain | 26° /16° | 3.6 mm | 9 | |
| 12 Apr. | Light rain | 25° /16° | 3.3 mm | 8 | |
| 13 Apr. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /16° | 2.4 mm | 6 | |
| 14 Apr. | Light rain | 24° /15° | 3.1 mm | 6 | |
| 15 Apr. | Light rain | 24° /15° | 4.4 mm | 7 | |
| 16 Apr. | Light rain | 24° /16° | 5.1 mm | 6 | |
| 17 Apr. | Light rain | 24° /16° | 4.2 mm | 6 | |
| 18 Apr. | Light rain | 24° /16° | 5.1 mm | 6 | |
| 19 Apr. | Light rain | 25° /16° | 2.7 mm | 6 | |
| 20 Apr. | Light rain | 25° /16° | 7.4 mm | 6 | |
| 21 Apr. | Light rain | 25° /15° | 7.5 mm | 8 | |
| 22 Apr. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 23° /16° | 9.9 mm | 6 | |
| 23 Apr. | Light rain | 23° /16° | 7.7 mm | 6 | |
| 24 Apr. | Light rain | 23° /16° | 5.2 mm | 7 | |
| 25 Apr. | Light rain | 24° /16° | 9.1 mm | 7 | |
| 26 Apr. |  Moderate rain | 22° /15° | 13.5 mm | 6 | |
| 27 Apr. | Moderate rain | 23° /15° | 10.6 mm | 6 | |
| 28 Apr. |  Heavy rain | 23° /16° | 25.1 mm | 6 | |
| 29 Apr. | Heavy rain | 22° /16° | 26.5 mm | 7 | |
| 30 Apr. | Moderate rain | 23° /15° | 15.5 mm | 6 | |
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Guide for Kenya in April
In Kenya, April marks the transition from the long rains to the short rains season. At the beginning of the month, the weather in Kenya is typically characterized by lingering rainfall from the long rainy season.
The central highlands and western region experience relatively high precipitation, with intermittent showers and cloudy skies. The temperatures during this time can range from 15° to 25°.
As the month progresses, the weather gradually shifts towards the short rains season. The rainfall becomes less frequent, and the skies begin to clear, especially in the central and western parts of the country.
The coastal areas, including popular destinations such as Mombasa and Malindi, experience warm and humid conditions, with temperatures ranging from 24° to 30°. Inland areas, such as Nairobi, also start to experience a decrease in rainfall, with temperatures ranging from 13° to 24°.
Overall, April in Kenya offers a mix of rainy and transitional weather, making it an ideal time to witness the lush green landscapes resulting from the long rains while also enjoying the emerging sunshine and pleasant temperatures towards the end of the month.