Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Maasai Mara in August
Maasai Mara edges warmer than July, with highs of 82°F (28°C), lows of 57°F (14°C) and about 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain.
At 85/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 57°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 1.8 in (46 mm)
- Humidity
- 61%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 57 min
- Comfort score
- 85/100 · Great
What August feels like
Warm afternoons near 82°F (28°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 57°F (14°C), about 14°C (25°F) below the afternoon high.
About 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's August.
Plan around August
August is one of Maasai Mara's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by September, the score drops to 81/100.
- Comfort slips from 90/100 in July to 85/100.
- August sits inside the Jun – Oct window our Kenya & Tanzania Safari route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 82°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 57°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Maasai Mara in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Rolling grassland with lions, cheetahs, elephants and, from July to October, the wildebeest migration.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jul – Oct.
Oloololo Escarpment
Steep western rim of the Mara Triangle with sweeping views over the plains below.
Why now August scores 85/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Angama Mara
Lodge on the Oloololo escarpment 300 m above the Mara Triangle, with farm-grown food.
Governors' Balloon Safaris
Dawn hot-air balloon flight over the reserve, finished with a champagne bush breakfast.
Why now Highs near 82°F and 1.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Hilltop lodge in the Mara Triangle whose terrace bar overlooks the Mara River plains.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in August
- Serengeti in August~62 mi · highs 84°F, 0.8 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Nairobi in August~117 mi · highs 79°F, 0.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Ngorongoro in August~121 mi · highs 75°F, 0.5 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, drier
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 August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Maasai Mara?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 85/100. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain. August is inside the Jun – Oct window our Kenya & Tanzania Safari route recommends.
How hot is Maasai Mara in August?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 57°F (14°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Maasai Mara in August?
Not much: about 1.8 in (46 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 44.3 in (1124 mm).
What should I pack for Maasai Mara in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 82°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 57°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Maasai Mara
Routes in season in August
- Kenya & Tanzania Safari Jun – Oct
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