Nairobi guide
Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

Nairobi in August

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Nairobi are January, February, March and September. In August, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
18°C
Rainfall
60 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In August, Nairobi is typically mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower. Average temperatures sit around 18°C with about 60mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Nairobi in August

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Timeline of Nairobi
The following is a timeline of the history of the city of Nairobi, Kenya.
Nairobi City County
Nairobi City County is one of the 47 Counties of Kenya and serves as the capital of Kenya. It is the most populous county as of the 2019 census with a population of 4,397,073, yet
Hazina Towers
Hazina Towers, also Hazina Trading Centre, is a building under construction in Nairobi, the capital and largest city in Kenya. The building was originally planned to be 39 storeys
Koinange Street
Koinange Street is a busy street in the city of Nairobi, Kenya. In colonial times it was named Sadler Street after an early governor, James Hayes Sadler. In 1964, it was renamed af
Local food tour of Nairobi
Taste the signature dishes of Nairobi.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Nairobi in August: FAQ

Is August a good time to visit Nairobi?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Nairobi's best months are generally January, February, March and September.

What is the weather like in Nairobi in August?+

Expect average temperatures around 18°C. Rainfall averages about 60mm for the month. In short, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What should I pack for Nairobi in August?+

Based on the typical August weather: mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What is there to do in Nairobi in August?+

Popular things to do include Timeline of Nairobi, Nairobi City County, Hazina Towers and Koinange Street. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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