Barometric Pressure
Barometric Pressure in Kenya
We monitor barometric pressure across 1 city in Kenya, giving you up-to-date insights into local weather patterns.
Whether you're tracking pressure changes for health reasons, planning outdoor activities, or planning a fishing trip, our data is tailored to conditions in Kenya, with detailed readings city by city.
Kenya Barometric Pressure Map
Depending on how many places we monitor in Kenya, the map displays a sampled set of barometric pressure data to give a clear overview of current conditions.Trends Today
Here you can see which cities experienced the biggest and smallest changes in barometric pressure today. This helps highlight areas with the most stable or unstable weather patterns.
How is it calculated?
Our volatility “beta” number is generated by an algorithm that analyzes hourly barometric pressure changes. It looks at how much the pressure fluctuates from hour to hour. A beta of 0 means no change, perfectly stable pressure. The higher the decimal value, the more variation there has been throughout the day or over a longer period.
Weather Systems
Winds called the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) and monsoon systems are the main weather patterns affecting air pressure in Kenya. The ITCZ brings low pressure and rain when it moves over the country, while high-pressure systems over the Indian Ocean and the African continent help control the flow of winds.
Geography
Kenya’s land has mountains, valleys, and is close to the Indian Ocean. Areas near the coast usually have higher pressure from the sea breeze. Highlands like the Aberdare Range and Mount Kenya have lower pressure. The Rift Valley can trap air, creating different pressure zones from place to place.
Seasonal Cycles
During March to May and October to December, the ITCZ moves over Kenya, causing pressure to drop and rains to increase. Between December and March, when it moves away, pressure rises and the weather is drier. Seasonal changes in Indian Ocean winds also shift pressure patterns and bring cooler or warmer air.
Climate Change
Climate change is making pressure changes less predictable. Warmer air and changing sea temperatures are shifting how the ITCZ and monsoon winds behave. This can lead to stronger storms, longer dry periods, or heavier rains as pressure patterns become less regular over time.
Places in Kenya
You can find your city in the lists below, by using our search, or on the Kenya Pressure Map above. We're tracking barometric pressure across multiple locations in Kenya to keep you informed.
Each city includes a pressure status showing whether it's currently high, normal or low, along with two volatility values: one for today and one for the full period, usually 14 days. These help you see how much the pressure is changing over time.
Nairobi
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Nairobi
- low
- 0.53 / 0.54