Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Maasai Mara in April
The year's rain peaks now, with about 6.8 in (173 mm) falling in Maasai Mara, alongside highs near 79°F (26°C) and lows of 60°F (15°C).
Its comfort score of 65/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 79°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 60°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 6.8 in (173 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 58 min
- Comfort score
- 65/100 · Good
What April feels like
Highs settle around 79°F (26°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Lows average 60°F (15°C).
Humidity averages 76%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 6.8 in (173 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 75%.
Plan around April
April is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – August.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, March – May.
- Humidity season begins: 76% on average, up from 67% in March.
- Comfort slips from 68/100 in March to 65/100.
- Our Kenya & Tanzania Safari route recommends Jun – Oct, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 79°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics76% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.8 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Maasai Mara in April
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Angama Mara
Lodge on the Oloololo escarpment 300 m above the Mara Triangle, with farm-grown food.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.8 in of rain.
Governors' Camp
Classic tented camp on the Mara River in Musiara, serving meals with hippos below the bank.
Mara Naboisho Conservancy
Community-owned conservancy bordering the reserve, allowing walks and night drives with fewer vehicles.
Musiara Marsh
Northern marshland known for resident lion prides and big herds of buffalo and elephant.
Governors' Balloon Safaris
Dawn hot-air balloon flight over the reserve, finished with a champagne bush breakfast.
Nearby in April
- Serengeti in April~62 mi · highs 80°F, 5.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Nairobi in April~117 mi · highs 80°F, 4.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Ngorongoro in April~121 mi · highs 74°F, 7.5 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Maasai Mara in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Maasai Mara?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 65/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are June – August. Expect highs of 79°F (26°C) and 6.8 in (173 mm) of rain. Our Kenya & Tanzania Safari route recommends Jun – Oct, so April is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Maasai Mara in April?
Average highs are 79°F (26°C) and average lows 60°F (15°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Maasai Mara in April?
Yes: about 6.8 in (173 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 44.3 in (1124 mm).
What should I pack for Maasai Mara in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 79°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (76% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.8 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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