Day
26 °C
Night
13 °C
Precipitation
57 mm
in month
Rainy days
6 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
9 hours
average
Humidity
60 %
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Average daily temperature during the week of 25 November 2024 - 1 December 2024 was 25 °C (77 °F), average minimal (night) temperature was 15 °C (59 °F). The current temperatures are roughly same as the long-term average for Nairobi, with the daily and nighttime temperatures being 25 °C (77 °F) and 14 °C (57 °F), respectively. The average temperatures observed during different times of day (based on local time) were as below: 7am 17 °C (63 °F), 10am 20 °C (68 °F), 1pm 23 °C (73 °F), 4pm 23 °C (73 °F), 7pm 19 °C (66 °F), 10pm 18 °C (64 °F).
The week had 1 day with light rain and 6 days with moderate rain. The total precipitation for the week in Nairobi was 38 mm (1.50 in), which is above the area's average of 26 mm (1.02 in). During the daytime (from dawn to dusk), there was 66 % cloud coverage on average.
An average wind speed of 2.7 m/s was recorded. North-East and North were the dominant wind direction(s). The air pressure varied between 1009 hpa and 1019 hpa. The average air humidity was 76 % in Nairobi.
On average, there were 1 hour clear skies, 1 hour partially overcast skies, 4 hours overcast skies and 8 hours rainy weather during the daytime (from dawn to dusk). At 06:15, on average, the sun rose, and at 18:26, the sun set.
The vibrant city of Nairobi, Kenya, is known for its enticing tropical climate with variations that cater to a diverse range of visitors. Daytime temperatures fluctuate from a confortable 22 °C (72 °F) in the cool month of July to a warm 28 °C (82 °F) during the peak of February. Throughout the year, Nairobi experiences its driest spell in July, which averages a mere 3 days of rainfall, in stark contrast to November, the month with the highest frequency of rainy days at 16 days. With April ushering in the warmest nocturnal temperatures at a cozy 15 °C (58 °F) and July offering the coolest nights at 11 °C (52 °F), travelers can find their ideal climate for a perfect getaway.
As the day embraces a warmer 26 °C (79 °F) in Nairobi, the night temperature slightly drops to 13 °C (55 °F). The burgeoning of tourist season looms on the horizon. The downward trend in the number of rainy days is reflected in its measure of 6 days, while the quantity of recorded rainfall also declines, standing at 57 mm (2.26 in).
You can't miss noticing the peak daytime temperature reaching a balmy 28 °C (82 °F) in Nairobi. The rainfall persists its decline from the preceding month, evidenced by 46 mm (1.83 in). The throes of the tourist season are palpable as the zenith of sun hours dawns upon the city. A brisk wind, hitting its peak velocity now, sweeps across Nairobi while the air's dryness is at its lowest observed humidity.
An upward movement in the count of rainy days is seen, initiating at 9 days in Nairobi, accompanied by an increment in rainfall volume at an impressive 91 mm (3.57 in). Noticeable also is the commencement of a slight decline in daytime warmth, evidenced by 27 °C (81 °F), juxtaposed with an uptick in nocturnal warmth at 14 °C (57 °F). The span of sunlit hours, sans clouds, also begins to wane, with 8 hours to its credit.
A noticeable dip in daytime temperatures is present, with readings around 26 °C (78 °F) in Nairobi, while the night sees its highest temperatures at 15 °C (58 °F). The rising trend of rainy days continues as previously, now at 16 days, and the precipitated water volume reaches its yearly apogee at an astounding 202 mm (7.94 in). The onset of the wet season becomes evident. The contraction in cloudless sun hours becomes apparent, now at 7 hours.
As the progressively cooler 24 °C (76 °F) day temperature unfolds in Nairobi, a downward trend in night temperatures begins to emerge, settling at 14 °C (57 °F). Pending moist season continues its reign in May. The initial signs of reducing rainy days become apparent, measured at 14 days, along with a decrease in associated rainfall. A climb in humidity levels is noteworthy, recorded at a high 74 %.
The daytime warmth continues its descent, now at 23 °C (74 °F) in Nairobi, matched by a similar downtrend in nocturnal temperatures, observed at 12 °C (54 °F). The tourist boom is but a whisper with June's infancy. The diminishing number of rainy days is endorsed, sitting comfortably at 5 days, and rainfall continues on its departure trajectory, now at 32 mm (1.28 in). The briefest day spans can be witnessed this month.
With the tourist influx persisting, July in Nairobi spots the lowest day temperature so far at a pleasant 22 °C (72 °F), paralleled by an equally lowest nocturnal coolness at 11 °C (52 °F). The scanty rainfall is at its annual minimum at 16 mm (0.63 in), whereas the number of rainy days is also at its least at 3 days. The least amount of sunshine hours graces the city, standing at 4 hours.
In the cusp of tourist season's zenith, August sees Nairobi enjoying a dry season, as day temperatures start their rise, now at 23 °C (73 °F). A gradual increase in rainy days commences, indexed at 4 days, paired with a corresponding ascent in rainfall, now at 21 mm (0.83 in). The most tranquil wind conditions of the year are observed during this period, with speeds dropping to 2 m/s.
September in Nairobi ushers in rising daytime warmth, recorded at 25 °C (77 °F). Marking the continuance of the tourist high-season, and the waning dry season, there's a noticeable increment in the magnitude of sunny hours, now at 6 hours.
Characterized by a steady ascension of daytime heat, to a comfortable 26 °C (79 °F) in Nairobi, the early stages of nocturnal temperature elevation are also visible, charted at 13 °C (56 °F). The prelude to rising rainfall and rainy days is indicated, detailed at 65 mm (2.58 in) and 9 days respectively. The quantity of sunlit hours extends comparably to the last month.
Introducing the initial dip in daytime temperatures to a mildly cooler 25 °C (76 °F) in Nairobi, while the night's warmth persists in its rise, noted at 14 °C (57 °F). The pinnacle of rainy days is reached, registering 16 days, alongside a significant amplification in rainfall, noted at 131 mm (5.15 in). The inception of a reduction in the quantity of sunshine hours is discerned, with 7 hours.
As December unfurls in Nairobi, a drop in the frequency of rainy days is evident, beginning at 10 days, and the trend of decreasing rainfall is also apparent, posited at 94 mm (3.70 in). An incline in the number of sunny hours comes into view, now quantified at 8 hours. The gradual fall of nighttime temperatures commences this month, and the lengthiest daylight hours can be savored.
You can anticipate approximately 57 mm (2.26 in) of rainfall in January in Nairobi.
February in Nairobi sees the peak wind speeds averaging 3 m/s.
Expect a mild increase in relative humidity for March in Nairobi, averaging 62 %.
No, the daylight hours in Nairobi slightly extend, resulting in 12 hours of day in April.
In May, daytime temperatures in Nairobi typically hover around 24 °C (76 °F).
June days in Nairobi extend to about 12 hours in length.
July has the standard day length averaging about 12 hours in Nairobi.
A slim chance of wet days in August exists, with an average of 4 days in Nairobi.
September sees average daily maximum temperatures settling at around 25 °C (77 °F) in Nairobi.
In October, one can expect an average of approximately 7 hours of sunlight in Nairobi.
November in Nairobi marks a peak in its rainy season, with 16 days classified as wet.
December offers the most extended daylight experiencing around 12 hours per day in Nairobi.