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General appearance of the weather in Kenya
Crossed the equator at its central part, Kenya has widely varied climates. The regions north are subject to a semi-desert or desert, while other areas have a climate more tropical. There are two main rainy seasons in the country: the season of heavy rains from April to June and that of low rainfall from November to December. The dry seasons are generally from mid-December to March and from July to October. Temperatures in Kenya depends on the location of each region. Average temperatures and lowest are recorded in the Highlands, between 17 and 19 ° C and higher, between 27 and 29 ° C, are collected in the valleys. During throughout the year, the sun rises between 6 and 6:30 am and sunset between 18:30 and 19h.
differences in climate regions
subject to the laws of the altitude and the change of winds from the Indian Ocean, parts of Kenya are experiencing highly diverse climates. Highlands or "plateaus" in particular have sunny days and warm, with a certain amount of moisture. Temperatures vary widely depending on the season. Cold nights and gray skies during the day can be met from July to August. The north-east of the country is however particularly sec. Apart from low rainfall in April or May, the area is very hot and dry. Conversely, the Lake Victoria region has a wet weather throughout most of the year. Only the months of January and February are the driest. Coastal areas, meanwhile, are subject to a tropical climate, hot and humid, moderated by the monsoon winds.
Sunset over Lake Victoria
The best seasons to travel to Kenya
Although the dry season period remains popular with tourists for stays in Kenya, is not necessarily the best. Depending on the purpose of the journey and on budget, we can stay in effect until the rainy season in the dry season. The latter is particularly suitable for safaris. The tours are the best of their day, the sea is calm and animals sneak visibly between dry brush. An ideal time to conduct nature walks, snorkeling or make documentaries on the country's environment. The rainy season, however, is particularly interesting for tourists on a budget. During this period, hotels are much cheaper and visitors fewer. One can expect thunderstorms, storms, but also to low rainfall. In all cases, the sea excursions are strongly discouraged. A visit forests Mijikenda cons is a necessary step to stay in Kenya.
Quatre Bornes: presentation of the city
Quatre Bornes is located south-west, in the high plains Wilhems, about fifteen kilometers from the capital Port Louis. Its 75,967 inhabitants consist mainly of Hindus. This is the second city after the capital, you can find boutiques, shopping malls such as the famous Orchard Center, visited by all tourists and hotels ranging from one to four stars. As on the whole territory is a quiet, peaceful and charming shopping.
markets located near the Town Hall will delight lovers of fresh : Vegetables and seasonal fruits, fish, shellfish, shrimp, mouthwatering food stalls overflowing. It is also nicknamed "city of flowers" for its lush greenery and parks in every corner of the street and lawns of a beautiful emerald green. The inhabitants of Quatre Bornes start their day shopping at the market, and the city awoke to the sound of conversations and cheerful hubbub merchants. The main attraction in the city, however, is fair to clothing, which takes place on Thursdays and Sundays, which became a rendezvous for Mauritians and tourists.
Market Mauritius
Fair Quatre Bornes: ideal for bargains
If you are looking for a real contact with the public, the Fair of Quatre Bornes is not to be missed: thousands of people come from all corners of the island, in order to shop at lower prices. As Mauritius has many textile companies, products which are not exported land on the stalls of the fair. You'll find all kinds of clothes: jeans, shirts, dresses, traditional sarees in Mauritius, in short, all textiles "Made in Mauritius". You do
will not be disappointed with your visit, with hundreds of stalls sell linens, but also crafts basket, souvenirs, kitchenware. The fair presents products at affordable prices. Feel free to haggle with sellers to make deals. It starts at 9 am and ended at 17 hours. The ideal is to go to 14 hours because the temperature will be more lenient. This show has become so popular that tour operators to include in the program of their excursions.
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