March 23 is generally a great time to visit Nairobi. While there is a slight chance of rain (24%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 27°C weather. Nairobi is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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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 March 23
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 26.5°C. 24% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Nairobi in March
Based on historical data for March 23, Nairobi typically experiences temperatures between 15.7°C and 26.5°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (24% 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
26.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
27.3°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
24%
Avg 1.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
65%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1013.9 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 79% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 21 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 32 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 53 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19.9°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
98/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~125
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Nairobi
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:37
☀️ Noon
12:40
🌇 Sunset
18:43
⏱️ Daylight
12h 6m
Wind Speed
17.7 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
67%
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 March 23 averages 26.5°C with a 24% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 95/100."
— 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
March 16
27.1°C • 14% rain
Score
100
March 17
26.9°C • 15% rain
Score
98
March 18
26.7°C • 18% rain
Score
98
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📍 Is Nairobi Worth Visiting on March 23?
Planning a trip to Nairobi on March 23? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 26.5°C with a 24% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 125 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 March 23 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 29.6°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 12.3°C in 2018.