What’s the climate like in Nairobi?
The current climate of Nairobi features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 31°C during the day to lows of 26°C. The average yearly temperature is around 29°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 14°C and in the warmer months around 16°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Nairobi in recent years was 37°C in March 2014. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 15°C in September 2014.
On average, Nairobi receives 1454 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, London gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
Curious about the climate in other parts of Kenya? Check out the weather and climate in places like Masai Mara National Reserve, Mombasa, Lake Nakuru National Park, or have a look at other destinations in Kenya.
Best time to visit Nairobi?
The best time to visit Nairobi for sunny weather is January through March and June through September. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Nairobi. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Nairobi
The climate table of Nairobi shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 28 | 29 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 30 | 31 | 29 | 29 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 15 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 15 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 47 | 49 | 107 | 254 | 159 | 45 | 12 | 21 | 30 | 183 | 386 | 161 |
| UV Index | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 9 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 29°C
- Highest temperature: 31°C in March and October
- Lowest temperature: 26°C in June and July
- Precipitation: 1454 mm per year, averaging 121 mm per month
- Driest months: 12 mm in July, 21 mm in August and 30 mm in September
- Wettest months: 386 mm in November, 254 mm in April and 183 mm in October
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Average Temperature per Month in Nairobi
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Nairobi, Kenya. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Nairobi
This graph shows how much precipitation Nairobi, Kenya, gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Nairobi
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Nairobi, Kenya. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Nairobi
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Nairobi, Kenya. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Nairobi
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Nairobi, Kenya, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
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Average Weather in Nairobi by Month
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