Saiwa Swamp National Park

Weather & Climate

Saiwa Swamp Operators

Expert

By Anthony Ham

Anthony is the author of the Lonely Planet guide to Kenya.

Climate Chart Saiwa Swamp National Park – 1,860-1,880m / 6,102-6,168ft

Saiwa Swamp National Park has a warm and humid climate with high rainfall. Due to its proximity to the equator, temperatures don’t vary much. The average afternoon temperature is around 26°C/79°F, but it gets cooler overnight with a temperature of about 12°C/54°F. There is rainfall throughout the year, but a distinct Wet season brings plenty of rain from April to November.

Dry Season –December to March

December & January – December and January are dry, although it can still rain occasionally. The days are mostly sunny.
February & March – The rain usually picks up a bit in February and increases through March. There are still a lot of sunny days.

Wet Season –April to November

April, May, June, July & August – This is a long period of high rainfall. There are many overcast days and it can sometimes rain all day. Road conditions might deteriorate.
September, October & November – Rain decreases a little in September. It can sometimes rain for days, but there are many days with sunshine as well.