Kenya Weather in November

  Season: Short Rainy Season
  In Short: Wet, changeable, more showers in early mornings and at nights

Kenya is in the short rainy season in November. The total precipitation is 98mm, and it rains around 10 days on average. But it usually rains in the late afternoons or early mornings, so still possible for safaris. Another feature of Kenya weather in November is changeable. You may experience torrential rain, cloudy sky and bright sunshine in just a few hours. Average temperatures range from 18 - 29℃ (64.4 - 84.2℉). There is an obvious day-night temperature difference so wear a warm coat when you go on an outing at night.

Amboseli National Park, November

All in all, November is not a great month to visit Kenya due to the high rainfall. But you don’t have to worry about the absence of animals, because many animals in Kenya don’t migrate and you still can see them in November. However, try to avoid raining hours and the scorching sun, when animals will hide.

 The rainiest cities in Kenya in November: 
Nairobi: 154mm, 15 rainy days; Kisumu: 139mm, 13 rainy days
 The driest cities in Kenya in November: 
Lamu: 39mm, 6 rainy days; Eldoret: 57mm, 8 rainy days

 The hottest cities in Kenya in November: 
Garissa: 24 - 34°C (75.2 - 93.2°F); Lamu: 25 - 31°C (77 - 87.8°F)
 The coolest cities in Kenya in November: 
Nakuru: 10 - 24°C (50 - 75.2°F); Eldoret: 11 - 23°C (51.8 - 73.4°F)

What to Wear and Pack to Visit Kenya in November, 2025

 Clothes and Shoes: Because of the significant temperature difference during a day, it is recommended that you pack multi-layer clothes. Cool and breathable clothes such as T-shirts, shirts of cotton and hemp fabric, long pants and a sunscreen coat are good for the daytime. At night, add a cotton and hemp fabric thin coat, a thin jean or a windbreaker, and maybe even a light downcoat. For shoes, a pair of lightweight casual walking shoes, sneakers or light boots are essential. Comfortable sandals or slippers are good when you are in beaches or in the off-road vehicle for safari.

Top Places to Go in November

Tourism Rate: 

1. Nairobi

Nairobi is a great place to go on a rainy November day. As the capital of Kenya, it has excellent infrastructure and is a combination of local culture and international atmosphere.

When the weather is fine, you can go to the Giraffe Park to observe the giraffes up close, as well as rhinos, hippos, baboons and other animals. Nairobi National Park is another must-go, whose one side is busy, bustling and lively modern city, and the other side remains primitive, home to the “Big Five” of Africa and some endangered wildlife. You can also go to the Animal Orphanage to see and even adopt animals that lost their parents or are disabled.

Giraffes in the Wild, Kenya

On rainy days, an indoor cultural tour can be excellent. Visit the Karen Blixen Museum to have a close look at the place where the famous Danish female writer Karen used to live. Come to Nairobi National Museum, one of Africa’s most famous museums, to see the prehistoric human fossils. Having a delicious roast feast on a rainy day is sure to bring a feeling of happiness. Carnivore, Kenya’s most famous meat buffet, can satisfy you.

2. Masai Mara National Reserve

Masai Mara National Reserve is a must-see in Kenya even in the off-season. If you’re not obsessed with the Great Migration, there are still plenty of local animals to see in November. You might see elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, hyenas, vultures, etc.

A hot air balloon tour in Masai Mara is very meaningful. In the early morning, overlooking the splendid land and watching the sunrise over the prairie from a hot air balloon must be the most amazing experience in your life. The weather in Masai Mara in November changes quickly, so bring a windbreaker.

Safari in Masai Mara National Park

3. Solio Rhino Conservancy

The black rhino is an endangered species. The hardest to see of the “Big Five” in Africa is the black rhino. But you will have more chances to see them in Kenya. According to a report in early 2024, Kenya’s black rhino population has recovered to nearly 1,000. And Solio Rhino Conservancy, a private reserve known for breeding rhinos is the best place to observe this rare species. And there are many white rhinos too. The conservancy provides a variety of unique safari such as hiking safari, and night safari.

Rhino on the Safari, Kenya

Travel Tips

 Some areas and roads may be blocked during the rainy season, so please check before travel.

 The road conditions in some areas are not good in this month, and you’d better rent an off-road vehicle rather than a sedan for safaris. In addition, your vehicle may get stuck in the mud, so check the solution with the driver in advance to avoid spending a lot of time waiting for the repairing.

 Avoid booking riverside hotels during the rainy season.
 Malaria is rampant in rainy season, so a malaria vaccination is advised before visiting Kenya during this time.

Weather in Major Destinations in Kenya in November 

Destination	Temp.	Rainfall  mm / days	Humi- dity	Sunrise / Sunset
Nairobi	13 - 23°C (55.4 - 73.4°F)	154 / 9	74%	06:12 / 18:23
Mombasa	23 - 31°C (73.4 - 87.8°F)	92 / 9	81%	05:57 / 18:16
Kisumu	24 - 30°C (75.2 - 86°F)	139 / 13	71%	06:22 / 18:30
Nakuru	10 - 24°C (50 - 75.2°F)	70 / 13	72%	06:17 / 18:25
Malindi	23 - 30°C (73.4 - 86°F)	75 / 6	81%	05:58 / 18:13
Masai Mara National Reserve	18 - 29°C (64.4 - 84.2°F)	100 / 6	71%	06:20 / 18:31
Lamu	25 - 31°C (77 - 87.8°F)	39 / 6	81%	05:55 / 18:08
Garissa	24 - 34°C (75.2 - 93.2°F)	79 / 8	61%	06:02 / 18:11
Voi	20 - 31°C (68 - 87.8°F)	106 / 10	81%	06:02 / 18:19
Eldoret	11 - 23°C (51.8 - 73.4°F)	57 / 8	71%	06:21 / 18:27

Kenya Weather by Month

Recommended Kenya Tours:

Mount Kenya Trekking: 4 Days Nairobi - Old Moses Camp - Shipton Camp - Point Lenana - Met Station - Nairobi

Best Kenya Safari Tour: 7 Days Nairobi - Lake Nakuru - Masai Mara National Reserve - Nairobi

Across the Kenya Wilderness: 10 Days Nairobi - Amboseli National Park - Mount Kenya - Samburu National Reserve - Masai Mara National Reserve - Nairobi