Marsabit National Park National Park
Arid national park centered on Marsabit volcano
In northern Kenya, Marsabit National Park combines volcanic highlands, montane forest and crater rims; visitors come for wildlife viewing, birding, forest walks and the remote town of Marsabit.
Marsabit National Park at a Glance#
Address: Marsabit National Park, Marsabit County, Kenya
Website: https://www.kws.go.ke
Hours: Generally daylight hours for park drives; check with Kenya Wildlife Service for gate times and permits.
Admission: Park entry and conservation fees vary; contact Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) or local park offices for current rates.
How to Get to Marsabit National Park#
Marsabit town is the main access point; roads connect from Moyale, Isiolo and other regional centres. The park is best reached by 4x4 from Marsabit town; check road conditions and liaise with Kenya Wildlife Service for permits and guidance.
Tips for Visiting Marsabit National Park#
- Bring binoculars for birding - the park has significant avian diversity including flamingos in certain pans.
- Roads inside the park can be rough; a 4x4 vehicle is recommended for self-drive visits.
- Check with Marsabit County tourism or KWS for current access and permit requirements.
Best Time to Visit Marsabit National Park#
Dry seasons (Jan-Mar and Jul-Oct) are best for wildlife viewing and accessible roads.
Weather & Climate near Marsabit National Park#
Marsabit National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 14°C to 28°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (116 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 2 mm.
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July
July is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain.
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August
August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
