Great Rift Valley
Kenya UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Great Rift Valley is a significant depression and group of protected areas located within Kenya's Rift Valley Province. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site and part of the Gregory Rift, this area is one of the most looked-up sights in the country.
Planning a visit
The dry season, particularly January and February, offers the most favorable weather for a visit. During these months, daily highs reach between 25 °C and 27 °C, while rainfall remains low, with about 6 to 8 rainy days. Conversely, the months of April and July experience significant precipitation, with over 20 rainy days each. The site is located 203 km from Nairobi. Travelers can fly into Nanyuki Civil Airport, which is 105 km away, or Eldoret International Airport, situated 111 km from the area.
For those planning an extended trip, Lake Bogoria is located 25.6 km from the Great Rift Valley, making it a convenient nearby sight to include in an itinerary.
Weather by month
The warmest month is March, with an average high of 27 °C. The wettest is April, with about 164 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 25 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 24 |
| Average low, °C | 13 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 13 |
| Rainfall, mm | 35 | 30 | 68 | 164 | 150 | 113 | 127 | 130 | 70 | 84 | 83 | 60 |
| Rainy days | 8 | 7 | 13 | 23 | 21 | 18 | 23 | 21 | 19 | 18 | 23 | 14 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
