Best Time to Visit Nairobi
The best months to visit Nairobi are Jul, Aug, Sep. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jul, Aug, Sep
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Nairobi. Expect highs of 24°C to 24°C to 27°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
February
29°C high
Coldest Month
June
13°C low
Driest Month
February
4 rain days
Wettest Month
April
30 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 26°C / Low: 15°C
11 rain days
February
High: 29°C / Low: 15°C
4 rain days
March
High: 28°C / Low: 16°C
15 rain days
April
High: 25°C / Low: 16°C
30 rain days
May
High: 25°C / Low: 15°C
23 rain days
June
High: 25°C / Low: 13°C
11 rain days
July
High: 24°C / Low: 13°C
4 rain days
August
High: 24°C / Low: 13°C
7 rain days
September
High: 27°C / Low: 14°C
7 rain days
October
High: 27°C / Low: 15°C
15 rain days
November
High: 25°C / Low: 15°C
28 rain days
December
High: 26°C / Low: 15°C
21 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Nairobi
Peak Season
July, August, September
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
June, October
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
January, February, March, April, May, November, December
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 26°C | 15°C | 11 | Off Season |
February | 29°C | 15°C | 4 | Off Season |
March | 28°C | 16°C | 15 | Off Season |
April | 25°C | 16°C | 30 | Off Season |
May | 25°C | 15°C | 23 | Off Season |
June | 25°C | 13°C | 11 | Shoulder Season |
July★ | 24°C | 13°C | 4 | Peak Season |
August★ | 24°C | 13°C | 7 | Peak Season |
September★ | 27°C | 14°C | 7 | Peak Season |
October | 27°C | 15°C | 15 | Shoulder Season |
November | 25°C | 15°C | 28 | Off Season |
December | 26°C | 15°C | 21 | Off Season |
Season Timeline
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