Time of Report: 14:52 local time (EAT)
Location: Kisumu, Western Kenya
Temperature: 25°C
Feels Like: 26°C
Forecast Range: 26°C (day) / 18°C (night)
Weather Condition: Scattered clouds
Wind: 17 km/h from the Southwest (SW)
Humidity: 62%
Visibility: 30 km
Dew Point: 18°C
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General Conditions:
The afternoon weather in Kisumu is warm and slightly humid with scattered cloud cover — typical of early October when the region transitions between dry and short-rain seasons. -
Wind & Humidity:
Winds from the southwest often carry moist air from Lake Victoria, leading to localized evening showers, as the forecast suggests. -
Visibility:
At 30 km, visibility is excellent — meaning there’s no haze or heavy precipitation currently affecting the air clarity.
🌙 Evening Forecast (15:00–19:00)
| Time | Condition | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 15:00 | 🌤 Partly cloudy | Warm, breezy afternoon |
| 16:00 | 🌧 Light rain expected | Possible short drizzle |
| 17:00 | 🌧 Light showers | Scattered clouds persist |
| 18:00 | 🌦 Cloudy with rain | Brief showers before sunset |
| 19:00 | 🌙🌧 Clearing sky with light rain | Likely to improve after dusk |
There may be intermittent light rain between 4:00–7:00 p.m., but skies are expected to partially clear by nightfall — meaning observers might still get a good view of the waxing gibbous moon (weather permitting).
🌕 Observation Outlook for Moonwatchers
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The Moon rises at 16:22 (ESE direction), likely behind thin evening clouds.
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If showers subside around 7:00–8:00 p.m., the Harvest Supermoon buildup will be visible — glowing softly through broken clouds.
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Best viewing window: Between 8:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., when the atmosphere stabilizes and the moonlight reflects off moist air for a beautiful golden hue.
🌍 Summary
Kisumu’s weather on October 4, 2025, presents a mild, tropical evening with scattered clouds and light rain, typical of equatorial lakeside climates. Despite brief showers, conditions are favorable for moon observation later in the night, making it a fitting prelude to the International Observe the Moon Night event.
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