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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Nairobi has a subtropical highland climate, classified as Cwb in the Köppen system. The warmest month is February with an average high of 27°C, while the coldest month is July with lows dropping to 12°C. The annual temperature range of 15°C indicates a relatively stable climate year-round.
The driest month is September with only 4 rain days and 19mm of precipitation. For travellers, September through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 82% to 82% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Nairobi are July, August, September. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
27°C
February
Coldest Month
12°C
July
Driest Month
4 days
September
Annual Range
15°C
12° to 27°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C | 14°C | 7 | 11h | View |
| February | 27°C | 15°C | 6 | 12h | View |
| March | 27°C | 16°C | 11 | 11h | View |
| April | 25°C | 16°C | 20 | 11h | View |
| May | 23°C | 15°C | 16 | 10h | View |
| June | 22°C | 14°C | 8 | 9h | View |
| July | 22°C | 12°C | 4 | 8h | View |
| August | 22°C | 13°C | 5 | 9h | View |
| September | 24°C | 13°C | 4 | 10h | View |
| October | 25°C | 15°C | 10 | 11h | View |
| November | 23°C | 15°C | 19 | 11h | View |
| December | 24°C | 14°C | 11 | 11h | View |
January
7 rain days, 11h sun
February
6 rain days, 12h sun
March
11 rain days, 11h sun
April
20 rain days, 11h sun
May
16 rain days, 10h sun
June
8 rain days, 9h sun
July
4 rain days, 8h sun
August
5 rain days, 9h sun
September
4 rain days, 10h sun
October
10 rain days, 11h sun
November
19 rain days, 11h sun
December
11 rain days, 11h sun
Nairobi in February
Data Sources for Nairobi
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.