Is Mount Kenya (Kirinyaga) snowsure?
The snowiest week in Mount Kenya (Kirinyaga) is week 4 of December. There are typically 0.0 snowy days during this week with 0 cm of snowfall. Check out the Mount Kenya (Kirinyaga) Snow History graphs below. Select any week of the year to see the typical Ski Conditions, Snowfall Amount and Temperature based on nowcast weather data over the last 11 years.Average monthly snow in Mount Kenya (Kirinyaga)
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| June | 0 cm | 0.0 days |
| July | 0 cm | 0.0 days |
| August | 0 cm | 0.0 days |
| September | 0 cm | 0.0 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Mount Kenya (Kirinyaga) during May (week 2):
The average snowfall forecast during week 2 of May for Mount Kenya (Kirinyaga) is 0 cm. There are typically 0.0 snowy days during this week. Mount Kenya (Kirinyaga) expected weather and snow conditions during the second week of May at the middle elevation of the ascent of the mountain at 3828m, based on historical averages over the last 18 years: At this time of year the average freezing level (4923m) is a long way above the middle elevation of Mount Kenya (Kirinyaga). Snowfall is extemely unlikely in Mount Kenya (Kirinyaga) in the middle of May whereas rain is common. Expect to get rained on during 4 or 5 days at this time of year. Temperatures generally above freezing both day and night in Mount Kenya (Kirinyaga) during week two of May with average maximum temperature 6.3°C and minimum temperature 5.6°C at the middle elevation. On average, a couple of days per week will have some sunshine. Generally light winds (average 8km/h).
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Mount Kenya (Kirinyaga) Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Mount Kenya (Kirinyaga) and (2007 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Mount Kenya (Kirinyaga) are Bluebird Powder days when it is mostly sunny with light winds following very recent snowfall. Poorer weather conditions may prevail on Powder days when the visibility can be limited but the snow is significantly deep and fresh for keen powder-hounds. Bluebird days can suit many skiers that aren’t necessarily hunting powder but want to enjoy the snowy mountains in sunnier conditions and light winds.
The snowiest weeks of the year in Mount Kenya (Kirinyaga) are shown but also bear in mind the number of days that it typically snows each week if you want regular fresh tracks. The risk of a rainy day is shown but be sure to switch between elevations to see if lower lifts are rain affected or higher lifts remain snowy despite any rain further down the mountain.
The highest and lowest temperatures averaged for each week of the year in Mount Kenya (Kirinyaga) are shown. Check out the risk of freze-thaw conditions prevailing at different elevations for any given week. We also show the extremes of temperature (blue/red dots) that reveal the chance of unusually warm or cold conditions.
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