Kakamega's Climate
Kakamega lies in western Kenya, close to the equator and on a plateau of around 1,500 m, best known for the Kakamega tropical rainforest. Its elevation tempers the tropical climate into something pleasant, with daytime temperatures typically 24–28°C and cool nights of 14–17°C year-round. Being near the equator, the town sees rain through most of the year, but two wet seasons stand out: the long rains from March to May and the short rains from August to October, both with frequent afternoon thunderstorms. The drier stretch falls around December to February.