Weather in Nairobi in March
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
March is a wet time to visit Nairobi. Nairobi has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 25°C, lows of 16°C, and approximately 29 rainy days per month.
25°C
16°C
29days
12.1h
Is March a good time to visit Nairobi?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
6:39 AM
6:46 PM
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 March
Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
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Common Questions
Is March a good time to visit Nairobi? +
March is typically Wet for visiting Nairobi, with average highs of 25°C and around 29 rainy days.
What should I pack for Nairobi in March? +
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 March? +
Nairobi typically sees around 29 rainy days in March.
How many hours of daylight are there in Nairobi in March? +
In March, Nairobi gets approximately 12.1 hours of daylight per day.
Is March peak season in Nairobi? +
No, March is not peak season in Nairobi. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
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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