Weather in Nairobi in January
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.
Climate Overview
January is an excellent time to visit Nairobi. Nairobi has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 24°C, lows of 16°C, and approximately 25 rainy days per month.
24°C
16°C
25days
12.2h
Is January a good time to visit Nairobi?
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.
Daylight
6:37 AM
6:48 PM
Live January Forecast
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Up to 16 days ahead Weather by Month
| 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 January
Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
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Common Questions
Is January a good time to visit Nairobi? +
January is typically Excellent for visiting Nairobi, with average highs of 24°C and around 25 rainy days.
What should I pack for Nairobi in January? +
With highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
Does it rain a lot in Nairobi in January? +
Nairobi typically sees around 25 rainy days in January.
How many hours of daylight are there in Nairobi in January? +
In January, Nairobi gets approximately 12.2 hours of daylight per day.
Is January peak season in Nairobi? +
Yes, January 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.
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