Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Nairobi in April
The year's rain peaks now, with about 4.5 in (114 mm) falling in Nairobi, alongside highs near 80°F (26°C) and lows of 58°F (15°C).
Its comfort score of 75/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 80°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 4.5 in (114 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 73%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 58 min
- Comfort score
- 75/100 · Great
What April feels like
Days are warm, averaging 80°F (26°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Lows average 58°F (15°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.5 in (114 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around April
April is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – September and December & January.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, March – May.
- Comfort slips from 82/100 in March to 75/100.
- Our Kenya & Tanzania Safari route recommends Jun – Oct, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 80°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.5 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Nairobi in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Giraffe Centre
Raised platform for feeding endangered Rothschild giraffes, run by the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife.
Why now April scores 75/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
The Talisman
Garden restaurant in a Karen villa mixing Asian, Middle Eastern and European plates.
Why now Highs near 80°F and 4.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Karen Blixen Museum
Farmhouse of the Out of Africa author at the foot of the Ngong Hills, with guided tours.
Nairobi National Park
Savanna park with lions, rhinos and giraffes grazing against the city skyline.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Java House
Kenya's homegrown coffee chain, a reliable stop for local AA coffee and breakfast.
Nearby in April
- Maasai Mara in April~117 mi · highs 79°F, 6.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Serengeti in April~155 mi · highs 80°F, 5.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Ngorongoro in April~160 mi · highs 74°F, 7.5 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Nairobi in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Nairobi?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 75/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are June – September and December & January. Expect highs of 80°F (26°C) and 4.5 in (114 mm) of rain. Our Kenya & Tanzania Safari route recommends Jun – Oct, so April is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Nairobi in April?
Average highs are 80°F (26°C) and average lows 58°F (15°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Nairobi in April?
Some: about 4.5 in (114 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 23.7 in (601 mm).
What should I pack for Nairobi in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 80°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.5 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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