Weather in Maasai Mara
What's the weather like in Maasai Mara?
Maasai Mara has a moderate climate and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 28°C (83°F) in January to 27°C (81°F) in July, with overnight lows around 15°C (59°F) and 15°C (58°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Maasai Mara are April through July, and December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇰🇪 Kenya
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Nairobi
- Coordinates
- -1.502, 35.144
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 83°F | 15°C / 59°F | 73 mm | 11 | — |
| February | 30°C / 85°F | 16°C / 60°F | 46 mm | 8 | — |
| March | 29°C / 85°F | 16°C / 61°F | 81 mm | 11 | — |
| April | 28°C / 82°F | 16°C / 60°F | 134 mm | 16 | — |
| May | 27°C / 81°F | 15°C / 59°F | 58 mm | 10 | — |
| June | 27°C / 80°F | 15°C / 59°F | 49 mm | 8 | — |
| July | 27°C / 81°F | 15°C / 58°F | 12 mm | 4 | — |
| August | 28°C / 83°F | 15°C / 59°F | 23 mm | 5 | — |
| September | 29°C / 84°F | 15°C / 60°F | 34 mm | 7 | — |
| October | 30°C / 86°F | 16°C / 61°F | 54 mm | 9 | — |
| November | 28°C / 83°F | 16°C / 60°F | 127 mm | 14 | — |
| December | 28°C / 82°F | 15°C / 59°F | 89 mm | 14 | — |
Maasai Mara by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Cities with a similar climate to Maasai Mara
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Maasai Mara?
The most comfortable months in Maasai Mara are usually June, July, August, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Maasai Mara?
October is typically the hottest month in Maasai Mara, averaging a high of 30°C (86°F).
What is the coldest month in Maasai Mara?
July is usually the coldest, with average lows around 15°C (58°F).
Does it snow in Maasai Mara?
Snow is rare in Maasai Mara; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
Live forecast, sunrise/sunset, and more.