Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Nairobi in November
Nairobi cools off: highs slip to 79°F (26°C), from 82°F in October, with lows of 58°F (14°C) and about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 81/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 79°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 3.2 in (81 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 67%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 04 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What November feels like
Warm afternoons near 79°F (26°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Nights cool to an average low of 58°F (14°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.2 in (81 mm).
Plan around November
November is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – September and December & January.
- Comfort slips from 84/100 in October to 81/100.
- Our Kenya & Tanzania Safari route recommends Jun – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clothes79°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Nairobi in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
Orphaned elephant nursery inside Nairobi National Park, open to visitors for a daily one-hour viewing.
Why now November scores 81/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Kazuri Beads
Workshop in Karen employing local women to hand-make ceramic beads and pottery; tours are free.
Nairobi National Museum
Kenya's main museum covering human origins, wildlife and culture, with a snake park next door.
Carnivore Restaurant
Long-running open-fire grill where waiters carve skewered meats at the table until you lower your flag.
Nairobi National Park
Savanna park with lions, rhinos and giraffes grazing against the city skyline.
Why now Highs near 79°F and 3.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in November
- Maasai Mara in November~117 mi · highs 82°F, 5.4 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Serengeti in November~155 mi · highs 82°F, 5.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Ngorongoro in November~160 mi · highs 77°F, 6.6 in rain · 1°C (2°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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Nairobi?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 81/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are June – September and December & January. Expect highs of 79°F (26°C) and 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain. Our Kenya & Tanzania Safari route recommends Jun – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Nairobi in November?
Average highs are 79°F (26°C) and average lows 58°F (14°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Nairobi in November?
Some: about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 23.7 in (601 mm).
What should I pack for Nairobi in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (79°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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