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Marsabit National Park

National Park

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.

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Marsabit National Park essentials

Address: Marsabit National Park, Marsabit County, Kenya
Website: 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.
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Marsabit National Park

Dry seasons (Jan-Mar and Jul-Oct) are best for wildlife viewing and accessible roads.

Dry season (Best wildlife viewing)
Jan-Mar, Jul-Oct · 20-30°C
Animals concentrate near water sources; roads more passable.
Long rains
Apr-Jun · 18-26°C
Migration patterns and bird breeding but roads can be difficult.

Weather & Climate near Marsabit National Park

Climate

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.

Air Quality: AQI 51 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 17° - 27° 22° 18 mm mostly sunny 44% 2.1 m/s 2.5 extreme 11.9h
February Ideal 17° - 29° 23° 20 mm mostly sunny 41% 2.0 m/s 2.7 extreme 11.9h
March Excellent 18° - 28° 23° 52 mm some cloud 48% 2.1 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 17° - 27° 22° 116 mm partly cloudy 63% 1.7 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.1h
May Excellent 17° - 26° 22° 34 mm some cloud 62% 2.4 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.1h
June Ideal 15° - 25° 20° 2 mm some cloud 56% 3.8 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.1h
July Ideal 15° - 25° 20° 3 mm some cloud 53% 5.0 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.1h
August Ideal 14° - 25° 20° 3 mm mostly sunny 51% 5.0 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.1h
September Ideal 15° - 27° 21° 2 mm mostly sunny 48% 3.5 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.0h
October Excellent 16° - 27° 21° 37 mm partly cloudy 54% 2.0 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.0h
November Very Good 17° - 25° 21° 91 mm partly cloudy 65% 1.8 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.9h
December Excellent 17° - 26° 21° 47 mm mostly sunny 55% 1.6 m/s 2.3 extreme 11.9h
Getting There & Around

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.