Nairobi weather
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Nairobi, in Kenya, has its warmest weather in February, when daytime temperatures average 27.2°C, while July nights are the coldest at around 12.5°C. The city sees roughly 861mm of rain a year; April is normally the wettest month and July the driest. Figures are averaged from 2020–2024 observations.
Climate averages
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 25.4° | 14.5° | 78mm | 12 |
| Feb | 27.2° | 14.9° | 66mm | 9 |
| Mar | 27.2° | 15.2° | 90mm | 12 |
| Apr | 25° | 15.6° | 196mm | 27 |
| May | 24.2° | 14.6° | 91mm | 17 |
| Jun | 23.6° | 13° | 26mm | 8 |
| Jul | 22.7° | 12.5° | 23mm | 5 |
| Aug | 23.6° | 12.7° | 29mm | 8 |
| Sep | 25.1° | 13.3° | 34mm | 8 |
| Oct | 26.8° | 14.6° | 46mm | 13 |
| Nov | 24.8° | 15.1° | 122mm | 22 |
| Dec | 25.1° | 14.9° | 60mm | 17 |
Seasons in Nairobi
Spring (September–November). Daytime highs in Nairobi climb from 25.1°C in September to 24.8°C by November, while nights ease from 13.3°C to 15.1°C. The season brings around 202mm of rain in total.
Summer (December–February). The warmest stretch of the year: afternoons average 25.9°C, peaking in February at 27.2°C. December is usually the driest of the summer months (60mm over ~17 rainy days). Around the December solstice, Nairobi gets roughly 12.1 hours of daylight.
Autumn (March–May). Daytime temperatures fall from 27.2°C in March to 24.2°C by May, and rainfall builds to its annual peak — April is the wettest month of the year (196mm).
Winter (June–August). Nights average 12.7°C, with July the coldest month (average low 12.5°C, daytime high 22.7°C). Expect about 21 days with measurable rain over the three months, and only around 11.9 hours of daylight in mid-June.
How Nairobi compares
| Nairobi | UK town average | |
|---|---|---|
| Annual rainfall | 861mm | 1054mm |
| Rainy days per year | 158 | 167 |
| Summer daytime high | 25.9°C | 19.7°C |
| Winter night low | 12.7°C | 3.4°C |
Nairobi is about 18% drier than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm), based on 2020–2024 monthly normals.
Nairobi weather FAQs
What is the warmest month in Nairobi?
February is typically the warmest month in Nairobi, with average daytime highs of 27.2°C. Summer afternoons (December–February) average around 25.9°C.
What is the wettest month in Nairobi?
April is usually the wettest month, with around 196mm of rain over roughly 27 rainy days. July is typically the driest (23mm).
How much does it rain in Nairobi per year?
Nairobi receives roughly 861mm of precipitation per year, spread over about 158 days with at least 1mm of rain (based on 2020–2024 observations).
How cold are winters in Nairobi?
Winter nights (June–August) in Nairobi average around 12.7°C, with July typically the coldest month (average low 12.5°C).
When is the best time to visit Nairobi for good weather?
Late spring and summer offer the most reliable weather in Nairobi. December is typically the driest of the warm months (60mm of rain), while February is the warmest, averaging 27.2°C by day — and near the December solstice there are around 12 hours of daylight to enjoy.
How does Nairobi's weather compare with the UK?
Nairobi receives 861mm of rain a year, about 18% drier than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm). Summer daytime highs average 25.9°C against a UK-town average of 19.7°C, and winter nights average 12.7°C versus 3.4°C.