Climate of Nairobi, Kenya
Area-weighted average across Nairobi. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Nairobi, a subdivision of Kenya, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 17.6°C / 63.7°F in July to 21.3°C / 70.3°F in March, with rainfall from 15 mm / 0.6 in to 180 mm / 7.1 in depending on the season (820 mm / 32.3 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.3°C68.5°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 21°C69.8°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 21.3°C70.3°F | 81 mm3.2″ | — |
| April | 20.8°C69.4°F | 180 mm7.1″ | — |
| May | 19.8°C67.6°F | 132 mm5.2″ | — |
| June | 18.4°C65.1°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 17.6°C63.7°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 17.9°C64.2°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 19.1°C66.4°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 20.2°C68.4°F | 51 mm2″ | — |
| November | 19.9°C67.8°F | 129 mm5.1″ | — |
| December | 19.6°C67.3°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Nairobi?
The best months to visit Nairobi, Kenya for sunny, dry weather are January, February, June, July, August, September. The warmest month is March at an area-wide average of 21.3°C / 70.3°F, and the driest is July with about 15 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Nairobi?
Nairobi, Kenya has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 17.6°C / 63.7°F in July to 21.3°C / 70.3°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 820 mm / 32.3 in, with the wettest month being April (180 mm / 7.1 in) and the driest July (15 mm / 0.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Nairobi?
The hottest month in Nairobi is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.3°C / 70.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Nairobi?
The coldest month in Nairobi is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.6°C / 63.7°F.
When does it rain most in Nairobi?
The wettest month in Nairobi is April, averaging about 180 mm / 7.1 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 15 mm / 0.6 in.