Best Time to Visit Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Best time to visit Jomo Kenyatta International Airport: January, February, June, July, August, September, October and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Go in January, February, June, July, August, September, October and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, April and November - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81° | 60° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 83° | 61° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 81° | 61° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 78° | 61° | 7,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 77° | 60° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 76° | 57° | 1,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 76° | 56° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 76° | 56° | 1,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 80° | 57° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 81° | 59° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 78° | 60° | 5,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 79° | 60° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Jomo Kenyatta International Airport compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Kenya | 85 mi | 28°F | 71°F cooler | 82 in |
| Mount Kilimanjaro | 124 mi | 17°F | 82°F cooler | 235 in |
| Maasai Mara National Reserve | 133 mi | 70°F | +34°F warmer | 32 in |
| Serengeti National Park | 161 mi | 73°F | +37°F warmer | 31 in |
| Ngorongoro Conservation Area | 163 mi | 64°F | 36°F cooler | 35 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- High-factor sunscreen and a long-sleeve sun layer for midday
- Avoid unshaded sightseeing between 10am and 4pm - the UV index peaks at 9.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 31 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, April and November - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is an airport in Nairobi. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 81°F (27°C) in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport with clear sky. It feels like 84°F. Today runs from 59°F to 85°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is January, February, June, July, August, September, October and December. The climate is Mediterranean. March, April and November tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 83°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 56°F.
Nearby highlights include Mount Kenya, Mount Kilimanjaro, Maasai Mara National Reserve and Serengeti National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 85°F is 3.6°F above the 81°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. beach day is the strongest bet in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport today at 9.6/10. Gusts to 31 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport right now
Full protection required. Avoid direct sun between 10am and 4pm.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:31 PM, Oct 2 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 85° / 61°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 11 mph
🌦️ 83° / 62°
Light drizzle · 31% rain · wind 14 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport?
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is an airport in Nairobi. Its coordinates are -1.3192, 36.9278. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport right now?
It is currently 81°F (27°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 31% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Jomo Kenyatta International Airport?
January, February, June, July, August, September, October and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, which has a Mediterranean climate. March, April and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in?
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport observes Africa/Nairobi (UTC+03:00). The local time is 3:31 PM.
What are the top things to do in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport?
Popular options include Mount Kenya, Mount Kilimanjaro, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 2, 2026 at 3:31 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
