December · Kenya
Best time to visit Kisumu in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kisumu in December
Average temperature 20°C, 155 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.4/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 155 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Kisumu scores 6.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 20°C, 155 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kisumu sits on Lake Victoria in western Kenya, with a museum, lake beaches and boat trips to nearby islands.
December in Kisumu — workable with trade-offs
December averages 20°C (69°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Monthly rainfall reaches 155 mm — wet for this destination — but about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 6.4/10 here, 3rd of 12 months, against 8.5/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? February scores 2.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kisumu in December?
- In December, Kisumu averages 20°C, 155 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Kisumu?
- December earns a 6.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kisumu in December?
- Expect about 155 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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