January 17 is generally a great time to visit Nairobi. While there is a slight chance of rain (18%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 26°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Nairobi right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Nairobi
Currency
KES
Sh Kenyan shilling
Language
English
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Driving
Left side
Connect
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Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.303
Nairobi Weather Forecast for January 17
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 25.8°C. 18% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Nairobi in January
Based on historical data for January 17, Nairobi typically experiences temperatures between 14.5°C and 25.8°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (18% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Nairobi
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
25.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
14.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
26.5°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
18%
Avg 0.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
54%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1014.3 hPa
Low volatility
Nairobi Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 98% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 50+, limit exposure 10am-4pm
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 10 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 15 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 25 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
18.7°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Kenya
Flight Traffic
High
85/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~109
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Nairobi
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:38
☀️ Noon
12:43
🌇 Sunset
18:49
⏱️ Daylight
12h 11m
Wind Speed
17.9 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
65%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Nairobi
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Nairobi on January 17 averages 25.8°C with a 18% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 98/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Nairobi Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
January 10
25.3°C • 10% rain
Score
100
January 11
25.3°C • 11% rain
Score
100
January 12
25.3°C • 12% rain
Score
100
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Nairobi Worth Visiting on January 17?
Planning a trip to Nairobi on January 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 25.8°C with a 18% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 109 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 13 vaccinations are recommended for Kenya, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 27.5°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 11.4°C in 2023.