Nairobi in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Nairobi (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 25.6°C and lows of 14.6°C, with around 208.4mm of rain across the season (36 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the southern hemisphere, summer in Nairobi covers December, January, February.
Summer in Nairobi month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 24.9°C | 14.8°C | 56.7mm | 16 | 10/10 |
| January | 25.2°C | 14.2°C | 76.8mm | 10 | 10/10 |
| February | 26.8°C | 14.7°C | 74.9mm | 10 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Nairobi in summer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Light waterproof layer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Nairobi?
Summer in Nairobi rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 25.6°C with 208.4mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Nairobi in summer?
Daytime highs average 25.6°C (78.1°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 14.6°C.
What months are summer in Nairobi?
Nairobi is in the southern hemisphere, so summer covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Nairobi · Nairobi annual climate · Nairobi in spring · Nairobi in autumn · Nairobi in winter
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Summer in Nairobi — what to pack
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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.