Climate in Nairobi — Annual Weather Overview
Nairobi has a oceanic climate — mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. The hottest month is February (average high 26.8°C) and the coolest is July (22.3°C). Temperatures are consistent year-round, with highs ranging only 4.5°C between the warmest and coolest months. Annual rainfall totals around 886mm. April is the wettest month at 200.3mm, while July averages just 15.3mm. Average daily sunshine is 9.9 hours.
**Spring (September, October, November):** average highs 25.4°C, 206mm rain. **Summer (December, January, February):** average highs 25.6°C, 208mm rain. **Autumn (March, April, May):** average highs 25.2°C, 398mm rain. **Winter (June, July, August):** average highs 23.0°C, 74mm rain.
Nairobi — Monthly Temperatures
Nairobi — Monthly Rainfall
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Weather in Nairobi stays reasonable all year.
Nairobi weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.2°C | 14.2°C | 76.8mm | 10.8h | 10 | 10/10 |
| February | 26.8°C | 14.7°C | 74.9mm | 11.1h | 10 | 10/10 |
| March | 26.8°C | 15.2°C | 103.6mm | 10.8h | 13 | 9/10 |
| April | 24.7°C | 15.6°C | 200.3mm | 9.6h | 26 | 8/10 |
| May | 24.0°C | 14.6°C | 94.4mm | 10.1h | 17 | 10/10 |
| June | 23.3°C | 13.2°C | 26.2mm | 9.7h | 8 | 10/10 |
| July | 22.3°C | 12.4°C | 15.3mm | 7.8h | 4 | 10/10 |
| August | 23.5°C | 12.7°C | 32.7mm | 8.1h | 8 | 10/10 |
| September | 24.9°C | 13.5°C | 36.7mm | 9.6h | 8 | 10/10 |
| October | 26.6°C | 14.6°C | 48.8mm | 10.5h | 13 | 10/10 |
| November | 24.7°C | 15.1°C | 120.0mm | 9.6h | 21 | 9/10 |
| December | 24.9°C | 14.8°C | 56.7mm | 10.8h | 16 | 10/10 |
For the full verdict on when to go, see the best time to visit Nairobi and the Nairobi rainy season guide. Seasonal breakdowns: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of climate does Nairobi have?
Nairobi has a oceanic climate — mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. Average highs range from 22.3°C in July to 26.8°C in February.
What is the hottest month in Nairobi?
February is the hottest month in Nairobi, with average highs of 26.8°C and lows of 14.7°C.
What is the coldest month in Nairobi?
July is the coolest month, with average highs of 22.3°C and lows of 12.4°C.
What is the wettest month in Nairobi?
April is the wettest month, averaging 200.3mm of rainfall over around 26 rainy days.
When is rainy season in Nairobi?
Rainy season in Nairobi runs March to April and November, when rainfall is significantly higher than the rest of the year. Full rainy season guide →
How much rain does Nairobi get per year?
Nairobi receives around 886mm of rain per year. The driest month is July (15.3mm).
When is the best time to visit Nairobi?
The best time to visit Nairobi is All year. See the full month-by-month guide →
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.