Region in Narok County, Kenya

Maasai Mara weather by month and the best time to visit

Updated October 2026Sources

Jan–Feb, Jul–OctBest time to visit

When to go to Maasai Mara

Jul–Oct for migration herds and river crossings, but also the busiest and priciest. Jan–Feb is dry with fewer vehicles. Rains peak Apr–May and Nov.

Maasai Mara weather by month

Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.

Jan27°106 mm
Feb29°69 mm
Mar28°148 mm
Apr26°173 mm
May24°103 mm
Jun25°46 mm
Jul26°26 mm
Aug27°46 mm
Sep28°55 mm
Oct29°75 mm
Nov27°136 mm
Dec27°140 mm

PleasantHotRainyCool or coldBest months

Average highAverage lowRainfall

Monthly averages

Month	High	Low	Rain	Humidity	Conditions
January	27°C81°F	14°C58°F	106 mm	68%	Pleasant
February	29°C84°F	15°C59°F	69 mm	62%	Pleasant
March	28°C83°F	15°C59°F	148 mm	67%	Pleasant
April	26°C78°F	15°C58°F	173 mm	76%	Rainy
May	24°C76°F	14°C57°F	103 mm	78%	Pleasant
June	25°C76°F	13°C56°F	46 mm	72%	Pleasant
July	26°C79°F	13°C55°F	26 mm	64%	Pleasant
August	27°C81°F	14°C56°F	46 mm	61%	Pleasant
September	28°C83°F	14°C57°F	55 mm	59%	Pleasant
October	29°C84°F	15°C58°F	75 mm	61%	Pleasant
November	27°C81°F	15°C58°F	136 mm	70%	Pleasant
December	27°C80°F	15°C58°F	140 mm	71%	Pleasant

Best months across Kenya

Place	Best months	Warmest month
Nairobi	Jan–Feb, Jul–Sep	Feb (28°C)
Maasai Mara	Jan–Feb, Jul–Oct	Feb (29°C)
Diani Beach	Jan–Mar, Aug–Oct	Feb (32°C)
Mombasa	Jan–Mar, Aug–Oct	Feb (35°C)
Lamu	Jan–Mar, Aug–Oct	Mar (32°C)
Watamu	Jan–Mar, Aug–Oct	Feb (31°C)
Naivasha	Jan–Feb, Jun–Sep	Feb (27°C)
Malindi	Jan–Mar, Aug–Oct	Feb (34°C)

Quick answers

What is the best month to visit Maasai Mara?

Jan–Feb, Jul–Oct. Jul–Oct for migration herds and river crossings, but also the busiest and priciest. Jan–Feb is dry with fewer vehicles. Rains peak Apr–May and Nov.

When is the rainy season in Maasai Mara?

Rain peaks in April with about 173 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Apr.

What is the hottest month in Maasai Mara?

February, with average highs of 29°C (84°F).

How cold does Maasai Mara get?

The coolest nights are in July, averaging 13°C (55°F).

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Sources

Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.