Best Time to Visit Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
Nairobi is at its sunniest and driest in June–September.
The best time to visit Nairobi for sunny, dry weather is June–September — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through June–October and January–February; the wetter half falls in March–May and November–December. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 17.4°C / 63.3°F in July to 21.1°C / 70°F in March, with rainfall from 21 mm / 0.8 in (July) to 239 mm / 9.4 in (April). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Nairobi's climate is broadly mild oceanic. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 18.2°C64.8°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 17.4°C63.3°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17.6°C63.7°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 18.7°C65.7°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Nairobi?
The best time to visit Nairobi for sunny, dry weather is June, July, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is March averaging 21.1°C / 70°F, and the driest is July with about 21 mm / 0.8 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Nairobi's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Nairobi?
The rainy season at Nairobi, Nairobi runs through March–May and November–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 62 mm / 2.4 in. The wettest single month is April (239 mm / 9.4 in).
What is the driest month in Nairobi?
The driest month in Nairobi is July, averaging about 21 mm / 0.8 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 17.4°C / 63.3°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Nairobi?
The least comfortable months for travel to Nairobi — based on point-value climate at the city — are April, May, June, July, August, September, November. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 239 mm / 9.4 in in April, and the coldest month averages 17.4°C / 63.3°F.
Is Nairobi climate different from Kenya overall?
Yes, usually. Our Nairobi figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Kenya figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Nairobi specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.