Mornings in the central Highlands can be cool while in the North and North East, the days are dry and very hot. In the areas most frequented by visitors on safari, the weather is ideal as it is neither too hot nor too cool. Due to Kenya's location on the Equator, there are almost equal nights and days all year round. There are two rainy seasons which interrupts Kenya's otherwise unbroken sunny weather. The short rains occur from late October through November and the long rains from late March through to early June.
Rain usually falls in the late afternoon.
Dry periods occur during the rainy seasons and sunny spells are often experienced even on rainy days. July and August are the coolest months and the days are often overcast especially in the mornings. The rains do not interfere with safaris since very few tourist roads become impassable. The Parks are fresh and green with fewer people and vehicles. Accommodation is plentiful and cheaper during the low season that coincides with the long rains.