Verdict: Excellent month
Nairobi Weather in July
July hits the sweet spot in Nairobi — highs around 23°C (73°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is occasional — about 5 wet days in a typical year. Overall, July is one of the best months of the year to be in Nairobi.
Average high
23°C / 73°F
Average low
12°C / 54°F
Rain days
~5
Precipitation
23 mm
What to pack for Nairobi in July
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
July 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)