Nairobi weather in February (Kenya)

What kind of weather does February bring to Nairobi? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Nairobi in February, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 29°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 16°C. The warmest month of the year calls for summer outfits and sun protection. Enjoy the heat but make sure to stay cool and hydrated.

Precipitation

Nairobi in February usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 33 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 7 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With around 266 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, February is a prime time to visit Nairobi. January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December typically offer the best circumstances. While April and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Nairobi, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 23%  

Precipitation 33 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 62%  

Windspeed 18 km/h  

Sunshine 266 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Kenya in February

Find out more about the weather in Kenya and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Nairobi.

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