August · Kenya
Best time to visit Nairobi in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nairobi in August
Average temperature 18°C, 33 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 69% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
9.7/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 18°C
- Rainfall
- 33 mm
- Humidity
- 69%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Nairobi scores 9.7/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 18°C, 33 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Safari gateway parks and highland city energy feel best October through March.
August is one of the strongest months in Nairobi (4th)
August averages 18°C (64°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Expect 33 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.1 daylight hours.
A 9.7/10 puts this among the year's best months in Nairobi (4th of 12); only February scores higher, at 9.8/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nairobi in August?
- In August, Nairobi averages 18°C, 33 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.7/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Nairobi?
- August earns a 9.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nairobi in August?
- Expect about 33 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 69% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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