Nairobi Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Nairobi has a subtropical highland climate and knows little differences in temperature year round. However it does have 2 wet seasons, one in spring and one in autumn. In winter (June, July) the temperatures are most comfortable and it's very dry. For Europeans it is a perfect summer holiday alternative.
Monthly Temperature in Nairobi
In Nairobi temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in February to a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in July.
Nighttime temperatures range from 17°C (63°F) in February to 14°C (57°F) in July.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Nairobi
On average, Nairobi receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 698 mm (27 in). The seasons in Nairobi bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, April, receives high rainfall, with an average of 136 mm (5.4 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 17 mm (0.7 in) over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Nairobi Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Nairobi
In Nairobi, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.6 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. August sees a soft sun for only 4.2 hours per average day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Nairobi by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Nairobi.
The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 78%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Nairobi
The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s (4 knots) and 5 m/s (10 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in May, June, July and August and highest during January, February, March, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Nairobi 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Nairobi
What sets Nairobi apart is its consistently pleasant climate year-round, maintaining comfortable temperatures between 24°C (74°F) and 29°C (83°F) in every single month. While you can visit anytime, the driest periods offer the most favorable conditions.With rainfall ranging from 17 mm (0.7 in) to 136 mm (5.4 in), the drier months like July are particularly ideal for exploring. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
