Temperatures in October
It's hot in October in Nairobi City with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 17°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Nairobi City in October. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Nairobi City with hot temperatures, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights close to 16°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 31°C, with nights close to 17°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Nairobi City will be around 31°C, with nights close to 17°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
Precipitation in October
In October, there is an average of 183 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average precipitation chance is 44% per day this month. The weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Nairobi City. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Nairobi City in October |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
31°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
32°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
29°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
183 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
14 days | 14 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Nairobi City?
After some sun? Then October isn’t the best time to be in Nairobi City. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Nairobi City in October
With 36°C, Nairobi City hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2017. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 10°C to a high of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Nairobi City
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Nairobi City, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Nairobi City
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Nairobi City, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 14 days of rain in Nairobi City.
Daily UV Index in October in Nairobi City
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Nairobi City, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Nairobi City Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Nairobi City, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Nairobi City Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Nairobi City, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in October for Nairobi City
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Nairobi City. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Nairobi City by Month
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