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Kenya Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kenya in July.

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Nairobi Diani Beach Mombasa Malindi

Planning a journey to Kenya this July and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Kenya in July

The weather in Kenya in July can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Nyeri at 19°C (66°F) to very warm in Lodwar at 34°C (93°F). At night it cools down to 25°C (77°F) in Lodwar and 11°C (52°F) in Nyeri. On average, July is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Nairobi.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Kenya, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Mandera with an average of 2 mm (0.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Endebess with 291 mm (11 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Nairobi.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Nairobi receives about 130 hours of sunlight in July, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Kenya in July

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Kenya

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Kenya?

Temperature range in Kenya (July)

Precipitation variation in Kenya (July)

Nairobi

In July Nairobi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
130 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nairobi →

Diani Beach

In July Diani Beach generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
212 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Diani Beach →

Malindi

In July Malindi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Malindi →

Watamu

In July Watamu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Watamu →

Mombasa

In July Mombasa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
212 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mombasa →

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Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kenya in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nairobi 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Diani Beach 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Mombasa 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Malindi 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Kisumu 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Naivasha 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Kenya weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kenya in July?

In July, Kenya generally has perfect weather conditions. Nairobi sees daytime temperatures near 24°C (75°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Kenya in July?

Nairobi averages a daytime maximum of 24°C (75°F) in July, with overnight lows close to 14°C (57°F).

Does Kenya get a lot of rain in July?

Not particularly. Nairobi averages just 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain in July, making it a mostly dry month for Kenya.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Kenya?

We consider July to be one of the best times to travel to Kenya. Typically, the climate in Nairobi is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Kenya is in January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December with generally perfect weather in Nairobi.

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We have much more information about the climate in Kenya.

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