2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Nairobi in February

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

February is an excellent time to visit Nairobi. Nairobi has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 25°C, lows of 16°C, and approximately 20 rainy days per month.

Avg High

25°C

Avg Low

16°C

Rainy days

20days

Daylight

12.2h

Is February a good time to visit Nairobi?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:43 AM

Sunset

6:52 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 24°C 16°C 25 Excellent (best)
February 25°C 16°C 20 Excellent (best)
March 25°C 16°C 29 Wet
April 24°C 16°C 28 Wet
May 23°C 15°C 19 Wet
June 23°C 13°C 8 Excellent (best)
July 22°C 13°C 7 Excellent (best)
August 24°C 13°C 11 Excellent (best)
September 24°C 13°C 11 Excellent (best)
October 26°C 15°C 18 Excellent (best)
November 24°C 15°C 24 Wet
December 25°C 15°C 8 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for February

Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is February a good time to visit Nairobi? +

February is typically Excellent for visiting Nairobi, with average highs of 25°C and around 20 rainy days.

What should I pack for Nairobi in February? +

With highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Does it rain a lot in Nairobi in February? +

Nairobi typically sees around 20 rainy days in February.

How many hours of daylight are there in Nairobi in February? +

In February, Nairobi gets approximately 12.2 hours of daylight per day.

Is February peak season in Nairobi? +

Yes, February is peak season in Nairobi. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Nairobi? +

The best months to visit Nairobi are January, February, June, July, August, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Africa/Nairobi)

Last Updated: January 2026

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25° / 16°
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