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Nairobi in February
Nairobi's warmest month brings highs averaging 84°F (29°C), lows of 57°F (14°C) and about 1.1 in (29 mm) of rain.
It scores 86/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 84°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 57°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 1.1 in (29 mm)
- Humidity
- 59%
- Cloud cover
- 51%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 02 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What February feels like
Warm afternoons near 84°F (29°C) make long days outdoors easy.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 15°C (26°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Rain is scarce: about 1.1 in (29 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around February
February is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (June – September and December & January).
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: March brings 2.5 in (64 mm).
- Comfort slips from 92/100 in January to 86/100.
- Our Kenya & Tanzania Safari route recommends Jun – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 84°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 57°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Nairobi in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
The Talisman
Garden restaurant in a Karen villa mixing Asian, Middle Eastern and European plates.
Why now February scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Karen Blixen Museum
Farmhouse of the Out of Africa author at the foot of the Ngong Hills, with guided tours.
Java House
Kenya's homegrown coffee chain, a reliable stop for local AA coffee and breakfast.
Kazuri Beads
Workshop in Karen employing local women to hand-make ceramic beads and pottery; tours are free.
Giraffe Centre
Raised platform for feeding endangered Rothschild giraffes, run by the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife.
Why now Highs near 84°F and 1.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in February
- Maasai Mara in February~117 mi · highs 85°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Serengeti in February~155 mi · highs 83°F, 3.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Ngorongoro in February~160 mi · highs 77°F, 4.0 in rain · 4°C (7°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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Nairobi?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 86/100 against a best of 92 in June – September and December & January. Expect highs of 84°F (29°C) and 1.1 in (29 mm) of rain. Our Kenya & Tanzania Safari route recommends Jun – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Nairobi in February?
Average highs are 84°F (29°C) and average lows 57°F (14°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Nairobi in February?
Not much: about 1.1 in (29 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 23.7 in (601 mm).
What should I pack for Nairobi in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 84°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 57°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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