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Nairobi weather in March (Kenya)

Is Nairobi a good destination in March, weather-wise? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

The weather in Nairobi is usually perfect in March, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 28°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 17°C.

Precipitation

Nairobi in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. You can typically expect 12 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 267 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March 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 March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 68 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 66%  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 267 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Kenya in March

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

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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
9/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Kenya? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Kenya. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.