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THE CLIMATE OF KENYA

The main factors that control climate include latitude, altitude,


characteristics of prevailing winds, distance from the sea or any form of
sizeable water body and topography..
Precipitation.
The average annual rainfall in Kenya ranges from 250 to 2500 mm. The
climate is characterized by alternating wet and dry seasons. Highland areas
receive relief rainfall. Lowland areas receive convectional rainfall
accompanied by thunderstorm.
Temperature
The average annual temperatures in Kenya range from <10 to 30 C.
Elevation and relief are the two factors that have the greatest influence on
the temperatures in Kenya; however, at the coastal areas and around Lake
Victoria, the influence of land and sea breezes is more important.
The highland areas in the country are the regions with low temperature,
while the low-lying areas stand out as areas with higher temperatures.
CLIMATIC REGIONS IN KENYA
There are seven climatic regions in Kenya.
1 Modified Equatorial Climate of the Coast
This region has no dry season
has a well-developed double maximum rainfall in May and October.
There is high average temperatures and humidity throughout the year.
2 Modified Tropical Climate of the Kenya Highlands
The modification is caused by the high varied relief.
Day temperatures are cool and nights may be chilly.
3 Modified Equatorial Climate of Lake Victoria Basin
In this region, modification results from relief and influence of the lake.
4 Modified Equatorial Climate of Northwestern Kenya
High relief lowers the temperature in parts of the region.
5 Tropical Climate of the Narok and SouthernTaita/Kwale Areas
6 Tropical Continental Semi-Desert Climate of Eastern Kenya
This vast region receives <500 mm of annual rainfall.

The mean annual temperature is between 22 and 27 C


The skies are generally clear
7 Desert Climate of Central Northern Kenya
receives <250 mm of rainfall

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