Nairobi weather in April (Kenya)

Curious about the April weather in Nairobi? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In April, Nairobi generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 27°C. But by evening, they drop to around 17°C.

Nairobi in April usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 136 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 19 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 204 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Nairobi. January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Nairobi climate page with graphs.

 

Nairobi, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 136 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 77%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 204 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Kenya in April

Find out more about the weather in Kenya in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Nairobi in April?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in April.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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