Weather in Nairobi in September
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.
Climate Overview
September is an excellent time to visit Nairobi. Nairobi has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 24°C, lows of 13°C, and approximately 11 rainy days per month.
24°C
13°C
11days
12.1h
Is September a good time to visit Nairobi?
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.
Daylight
6:26 AM
6:32 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 September
Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
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Common Questions
Is September a good time to visit Nairobi? +
September is typically Excellent for visiting Nairobi, with average highs of 24°C and around 11 rainy days.
What should I pack for Nairobi in September? +
With highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
Does it rain a lot in Nairobi in September? +
Nairobi typically sees around 11 rainy days in September.
How many hours of daylight are there in Nairobi in September? +
In September, Nairobi gets approximately 12.1 hours of daylight per day.
Is September peak season in Nairobi? +
Yes, September 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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