Verdict: Excellent month
Nairobi Weather in February
February runs warm in Nairobi, with daily highs around 27°C (81°F) and nights near 15°C (59°F). Expect showers on roughly 9 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, February is one of the best months of the year to be in Nairobi.
Average high
27°C / 81°F
Average low
15°C / 59°F
Rain days
~9
Precipitation
66 mm
What to pack for Nairobi in February
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
February against the rest of the year
Warmest in Nairobi: Feb (27°C / 81°F) · Coolest: Jul (23°C / 73°F) · Wettest: Apr (~27 rain days)
25°
14°
Jan
27°
15°
Feb
27°
15°
Mar
25°
16°
Apr
24°
15°
May
24°
13°
Jun
23°
12°
Jul
24°
13°
Aug
25°
13°
Sep
27°
15°
Oct
25°
15°
Nov
25°
15°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)