Best Time to Visit Nairobi for a City Trip | Weather by Month

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City Trips Potential

96/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

September, July, June

Avoid

April, May, November

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Weather

17°C – 21°C

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Seasonal (check heatmap)

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Planning a city trip to Nairobi?

The best time to visit Nairobi for a city trip is September, July, June, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Nairobi

Month	Climate Score	Predictability	Avg Temp	Max Temp	Rain (mm)	Rain Days	Humidity	Season
January	90Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	20°	26°	59	10.2	59%	shoulder
February	89Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	20°	28°	48	8.5	57%	dry
March	81Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	21°	27°	91	14.3	62%	shoulder
April	77Good Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	20°	25°	180	19.6	70%	wet
May	82Excellent Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	19°	24°	152	18.5	72%	wet
June	94Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	18°	23°	33	6.4	73%	dry
July	95Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	17°	22°	15	5.6	72%	dry
August	93Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	17°	23°	23	7.3	70%	dry
September	96Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	19°	25°	23	4.6	63%	dry
October	89Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	20°	26°	67	9.9	62%	shoulder
November	83Excellent Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	19°	24°	138	20.9	69%	shoulder
December	89Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	19°	25°	99	11.5	67%	shoulder