Nairobi · WinterMonth summary
Nairobi weather in December
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
15°C – 25°C
🌧 Rainy days
55% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.2h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.5/10
📅 📅 Best month
February (8.7/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Nairobi in December?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Nairobi in December: 25°C and 11.2h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Nairobi in December by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in December
🎯 Winter dishes and comfort food specialities in local restaurants Even in winter, Nairobi enjoys 25°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. With 55% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if February (8.7/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 15°C | 26°C | 30% | 1.7 | 11.7h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 15°C | 28°C | 28% | 1.6 | 11.8h | 8.7/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 16°C | 28°C | 43% | 2.5 | 11.6h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 16°C | 25°C | 86% | 5.9 | 10.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 15°C | 24°C | 60% | 3.6 | 10.8h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 13°C | 23°C | 30% | 1.2 | 10.2h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 13°C | 23°C | 15% | 0.6 | 8.9h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 13°C | 24°C | 26% | 1.0 | 9.1h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 14°C | 26°C | 25% | 1.1 | 10.7h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 15°C | 26°C | 47% | 3.1 | 11.0h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 15°C | 24°C | 76% | 4.7 | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 15°C | 25°C | 55% | 2.7 | 11.2h | 7.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In December, Nairobi averages 25°C, 55% rainy days and 11.2h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.5/10.
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Comparison
December vs February (best month)
The best month is February (score 8.7/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +3°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -27%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.6h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Nairobi in December
Is December a good time to visit Nairobi?
December is an excellent time to visit Nairobi (score 7.5/10). With 25°C, 11.2h of sunshine and 55% rain, conditions are very favourable.
Does it rain a lot in Nairobi in December?
Yes, 55% of days see rain in December. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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