Masai Mara weather in January
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days. Average highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C, with around 10 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Masai Mara. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
28°C
Average low
15°C
Rainy days
10 days
Best months to visit
January, May, June, July, August, September
What to do in Masai Mara in January
Whatever the weather, Masai Mara rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Game drives
Great Migration Jul-Oct
Hot air balloon safari
Maasai village visit
Birdwatching
Night drives
What to pack for January
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
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Recommended
January (you are here)
28C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
February
29C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
March
29C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
April
27C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
Recommended
May
27C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
June
26C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
July
27C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
August
28C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
September
29C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
October
30C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
November
28C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
December
28C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
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