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What to pack for Kenya in December
Typical December, built from ten years of weather
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Typical for your dates
Highs 77°F, lows 59°F, rain 17 of 31 days
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Sunset lands around 6:30pm. Wind averages 10 mph. There is paperwork on this one, so start with Before you go.
Packing for
Essentials
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Rain shell (hardshell jacket)
17 rain days a month finds every seam. A real shell, not a windbreaker.
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Sunscreen SPF 50
UV index hits 9.1, high enough to burn in under an hour. SPF 50 blocks most damage.
Polarized sunglasses
Glare off water and sand intensifies at this altitude. Polarized lenses cut the reflection.
DEET or picaridin repellent
Rural areas and national parks mean insects after dark. Repellent keeps bites from happening.
Travel first aid kit
Remote location, seventeen wet days, and unfamiliar water combine. A kit handles cuts and minor wounds fast.
Filter water bottle
Tap water isn't safe here. A filter bottle beats buying plastic twice a day.
Plug adapter for G
This country runs on Type G. Get one with USB-C so you're not fighting over the single outlet.
Power bank 10k–20k mAh
Rural areas have spotty power. A large bank charges your phone and camera once per day.
Before you go
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Recommended
14 items
Moisture-wicking t-shirts
Sun hoodie (UPF long sleeve)
Swimwear
Wide-brim sun hat
Permethrin-treated clothing spray
Oral rehydration salts