Nairobi in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Nairobi (June, July, August) averages daytime highs of 23.0°C and lows of 12.8°C, with around 74.2mm of rain across the season (20 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (June, July, August).
In the southern hemisphere, winter in Nairobi covers June, July, August.
Winter in Nairobi month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 23.3°C | 13.2°C | 26.2mm | 8 | 10/10 |
| July | 22.3°C | 12.4°C | 15.3mm | 4 | 10/10 |
| August | 23.5°C | 12.7°C | 32.7mm | 8 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Nairobi in winter
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Nairobi?
Winter in Nairobi rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 23.0°C with 74.2mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Nairobi in winter?
Daytime highs average 23.0°C (73.4°F) across June, July, August, with nights around 12.8°C.
What months are winter in Nairobi?
Nairobi is in the southern hemisphere, so winter covers June, July, August.
See also: best time to visit Nairobi · Nairobi annual climate · Nairobi in spring · Nairobi in summer · Nairobi in autumn
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Winter 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.