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TanzaniaThe weather in August in Nairobi
It's warm in August in Nairobi with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 22°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Nairobi. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Nairobi, Tanzania. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2023, Nairobi reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 18°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 44 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Nairobi
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Nairobi. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Nairobi | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 44 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Nairobi with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 22°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 29°C, with nights around 22°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Nairobi is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Nairobi, Tanzania. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Nairobi
Temperature in August in Nairobi over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August 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.
Daily Precipitation in August in Nairobi
Total precipitation in August in Nairobi over the years
Daily UV index in August in Nairobi
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Nairobi, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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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.