Peak in March
Coolest in July
Heavy in April
Peak in dry season
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Essential Travel Info for Nairobi
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Best Time to Visit Nairobi
Location, climate overview & historical trends
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📍 1.2920° S, 36.8210° E
Open in Google MapsNairobi is a prominent destination in Kenya.
Located at 1.29°S latitude,Nairobi experiences a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round.
Based on 30 years of data, March is the warmest month (avg. 27°C), while July is the coolest. April sees the most rain (49% chance), making July the driest month.
Historical Climate Trend
30-Year Analysis+1.31°C
Total over 30 years
+0.44°C
Per decade
Linear regression analysis of historical maximum temperatures for Nairobi, based on 1995-2024 satellite data from NASA POWER.
Best Time to Visit
NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)January, February, March
Best months to visit
25°C
Avg High
Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Nairobi receives approximately 444mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.
Climate Trends
EXCLUSIVE1995-2040 Temperature Trend
1995 Avg
23.7°
2024 Avg
25.2°
2040 Proj
25.7°
+0.44°C
per decade (observed)
+0.28°C
per decade (CMIP6)
🌡️ Nairobi has warmed by +1.3°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.5°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.285°C/decade), for a total of +1.8°C from 1995 baseline.
NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)
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CDC travel health recommendations
COVID-19
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.
Chikungunya
All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.
Cholera
Areas of active cholera transmission arelocalizedto the counties of Garissa (last case reported 3-6 months ago), Kisumu (last case reported 6-9 months ago), Kwale (last case reported 6-9 months ago), Migori (last case reported in the past 3 months), Mombasa (last case reported 6-9 months ago), Nairobi (last case reported in the past 3 months), Narok (last case reported in the past 3 months), and Turkana (last case reported 3-6 months ago) in Kenya. Cholera is rare in travelers.Certain factorsmay increase the risk of getting cholera or having severe disease (more information). Avoiding unsafe food and water and washing your hands can also help prevent cholera.Vaccination may be considered for children and adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission.
Hepatitis A
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Kenya.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.
Hepatitis B
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Kenya. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Kenya.
Malaria
CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Kenya take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAll areas (including game parks) <2,500 m (<8,200 ft) elevation; rare cases in the highly urbanized central part of the city of Nairobi (the capital)Drug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. falciparum(primarily)P. malariae,P. ovale, andP. vivax(less commonly)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2Highly urbanized central part of the city of Nairobi: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes
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View Complete Health GuideNairobi Climate Data by Month
Historical temperature and precipitation averages
| Month | Avg High (°C) | Rain Probability (%) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C | 13% | ✨ Perfect |
| February | 27°C | 12% | ✨ Perfect |
| March | 27°C | 21% | ✨ Perfect |
| April | 25°C | 49% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| May | 24°C | 36% | Neutral |
| June | 23°C | 12% | ✨ Perfect |
| July | 22°C | 4% | ✨ Perfect |
| August | 23°C | 9% | ✨ Perfect |
| September | 25°C | 8% | ✨ Perfect |
| October | 26°C | 21% | ✨ Perfect |
| November | 24°C | 41% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| December | 24°C | 22% | ✨ Perfect |
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Nairobi Weather FAQ
When is the best time to visit Nairobi?
Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, January, February, March are usually great choices.
When is the hottest month in Nairobi?
March is historically the hottest month in Nairobi with average highs of 27°C.
When does it rain the most in Nairobi?
April typically sees the highest probability of rain (49%).
Is Nairobi expensive?
Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.