When is the best time to visit Kenya?

The best months to visit Kenya are January, February, June, July, August, September, December. July–October: witness the Great Wildebeest Migration crossing the Mara River — one of nature's greatest spectacles.

What months should I avoid in Kenya?

We recommend avoiding April, May in Kenya due to unfavourable weather or peak crowds.

Is Kenya expensive to visit?

Kenya is considered a expensive destination. Daily costs vary by travel style — use our budget calculator for a personalised estimate.

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Best Time to Visit Kenya

Africa· Month-by-month weather, crowds & prices

WeatherWarm & dry

Temperature15–30°C

CrowdsHigh

PricesExpensive

Month by month

When to go

Best Good Avoid

JanBest

FebBest

MarGood

AprAvoid

MayAvoid

JunBest

JulBest

AugBest

SepBest

OctGood

NovGood

DecBest

Best months

JanuaryFebruaryJuneJulyAugustSeptemberDecember

Peak conditions — ideal weather, manageable crowds, and the best overall experience.

Also good

MarchOctoberNovember

Decent conditions with some trade-offs — good shoulder-season value.

Months to avoid

AprilMay

Unfavourable weather, extreme crowds, or peak prices — plan around these if possible.

Expert tip

July–October: witness the Great Wildebeest Migration crossing the Mara River — one of nature's greatest spectacles.

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