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TanzaniaThe climate of Nairobi
The current climate in Nairobi features temperatures ranging from a high of 34°C to a low of 28°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 31°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 21°C and in the warmer months around 25°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Nairobi, Tanzania.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Nairobi in recent years was 38°C in February 2022. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 22°C in October 2014.
Rainfall amount
On average, Nairobi receives 1033 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
Curious about the weather in other parts of Tanzania? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Zanzibar, Serengeti National Park, Dar es Salaam, or explore other destinations in Tanzania.
Best time to visit Nairobi?
The best time to visit Nairobi for sunny weather is January through March, June through October and December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Nairobi. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Nairobi
The climate table of Nairobi shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 32 | 34 | 33 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 31 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 25 | 26 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 34 | 24 | 93 | 214 | 186 | 27 | 51 | 44 | 42 | 67 | 153 | 98 |
| UV Index | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Nairobi, Tanzania. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Nairobi
Yearly Temperature in Nairobi
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Nairobi, Tanzania. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Nairobi
Total Yearly Precipitation in Nairobi
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Nairobi, Tanzania. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Nairobi
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Average weather in Nairobi by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nairobi. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.