Monthly climate guide
Nairobi weather in August
With highs near 27°C (81°F) and lows around 13°C (56°F), August feels hot in Nairobi. Rainfall averages about 22 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 2°C cooler than September.
What stands out in August
- August sits in Nairobi's drier season — usually a comfortable time to visit.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 55% less rain than Nairobi's average.
- Nairobi is usually about 7°C warmer than Naivasha, 80 km away, in August.
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 14°C apart.
Avg high
27°C
81°F
Avg low
13°C
56°F
Rainfall
22 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
63%
relative
Sky
65%
cloud · often cloudy
Nairobi weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 83°F | 15°C / 58°F | 26 mm | 60% | 47% |
| February | 30°C / 85°F | 15°C / 59°F | 27 mm | 58% | 46% |
| March | 29°C / 85°F | 16°C / 60°F | 64 mm | 62% | 56% |
| April | 27°C / 81°F | 16°C / 60°F | 119 mm | 73% | 73% |
| May | 26°C / 79°F | 14°C / 58°F | 58 mm | 75% | 69% |
| June | 26°C / 78°F | 14°C / 56°F | 31 mm | 71% | 70% |
| July | 26°C / 79°F | 13°C / 55°F | 15 mm | 65% | 64% |
| August | 27°C / 81°F | 13°C / 56°F | 22 mm | 63% | 65% |
| September | 29°C / 83°F | 14°C / 57°F | 19 mm | 59% | 55% |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 15°C / 59°F | 56 mm | 62% | 62% |
| November | 27°C / 81°F | 16°C / 60°F | 81 mm | 73% | 68% |
| December | 27°C / 80°F | 15°C / 59°F | 65 mm | 73% | 56% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
Is August a good time to visit Nairobi?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Nairobi →Other Kenya cities in August
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Nairobi in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Nairobi?
Yes. August is one of the best months for Nairobi, with highs around 27°C and about 22 mm of rain.
How warm is Nairobi in August?
Average highs are about 27°C (81°F) and average lows about 13°C (56°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Nairobi in August?
Nairobi typically gets around 22 mm of rain in August — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Nairobi (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.