Start of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Maasai Mara in November
Maasai Mara edges cooler than October, with highs of 82°F (28°C), lows of 60°F (15°C) and about 5.4 in (137 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 73/100, 10th of 12.
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 60°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 5.4 in (137 mm)
- Humidity
- 70%
- Cloud cover
- 69%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 04 min
- Comfort score
- 73/100 · Good
What November feels like
Days are warm, averaging 82°F (28°C).
There's a big swing between day and night, about 12°C (22°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Expect regular rain: about 5.4 in (137 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are June – August.
- Comfort holds steady from October (75 → 73/100).
- Our Kenya & Tanzania Safari route recommends Jun – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clothes82°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 60°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Maasai Mara in November
With 5.4 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
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 5.4 in of rain.
Musiara Marsh
Northern marshland known for resident lion prides and big herds of buffalo and elephant.
Oloololo Escarpment
Steep western rim of the Mara Triangle with sweeping views over the plains below.
Governors' Balloon Safaris
Dawn hot-air balloon flight over the reserve, finished with a champagne bush breakfast.
Governors' Camp
Classic tented camp on the Mara River in Musiara, serving meals with hippos below the bank.
Nearby in November
- Serengeti in November~62 mi · highs 82°F, 5.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Nairobi in November~117 mi · highs 79°F, 3.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Ngorongoro in November~121 mi · highs 77°F, 6.6 in rain · 3°C (5°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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Maasai Mara?
It's middling, scoring 73/100. The best months are June – August, at up to 90. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 5.4 in (137 mm) of rain. Our Kenya & Tanzania Safari route recommends Jun – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Maasai Mara in November?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 60°F (15°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Maasai Mara in November?
Yes: about 5.4 in (137 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 44.3 in (1124 mm).
What should I pack for Maasai Mara in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (82°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 60°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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