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Current Local Time in Kenya

Current local time and time zone in Kenya, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 62°F now🕔 10:59 PM local📅 Best: January, February, June, July, August, September, October and December👥 55 million

Current local time in Kenya

10:59 PM
Monday, August 24, 2026
Time zoneAfrica/Nairobi
UTC offsetUTC+03:00
UTC now7:59 PM
Sunrise6:32 AM
Sunset6:37 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:32 AM
Sunset6:37 PM
Daylight12h 5m
Solar noon12:34 PM
Golden hour (am)6:32 AM - 7:32 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:37 PM - 6:37 PM
Blue hour (am)6:02 AM - 6:32 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:37 PM - 7:07 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 83%
Moonrise3:45 PM
Moonset3:35 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Kenya

TypeCountry
ContinentAfrica
ContinentAfrica
Coordinates1°17′31.6″S 36°49′18.8″E (-1.2921, 36.8219)
CapitalNairobi
Population55.000.000
Area224.081 sq mi
ISO codeKE
ISO 3166-1 alpha-3KEN
CurrencyKenyan shilling (KES)
LanguagesSwahili, English
Calling code+254
Time zoneAfrica/Nairobi
Local time10:59 PM (UTC+03:00)
Best monthsJanuary, February, June, July, August, September, October and December
ClimateMediterranean

Local time by national park in Kenya

1 national parks mapped in this atlas

Local time by city in Kenya

1 cities mapped in this atlas

Local time by mountain in Kenya

1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas

Summary

Kenya is a country in Africa. Kenya is a country in Africa with its capital at Nairobi. It has a population of about 55 million. The capital is Nairobi.

Right now it is 62°F (17°C) in Kenya with overcast. It feels like 63°F. Today runs from 62°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 71%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.1/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Kenya 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 82°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 55°F.

The closest major airport is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), about 8 mi away. Nearby highlights include Maasai Mara National Reserve, Mount Kenya, Mount Kilimanjaro and Serengeti National Park.

In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 81°F is 5.2°F above the 75°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Kenya today at 9.7/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Coordinates: 1°17′31.6″S 36°49′18.8″E (-1.2921, 36.8219)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Kenya?

Kenya is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are -1.2921, 36.8219. It lies in Africa.

What is the weather like in Kenya right now?

It is currently 62°F (17°C) with overcast. Humidity is 85% and wind is 3 mph.

When is the best time to visit Kenya?

January, February, June, July, August, September, October and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Kenya, which has a Mediterranean climate. March, April and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Kenya in?

Kenya observes Africa/Nairobi (UTC+03:00). The local time is 10:59 PM.

How many people live in Kenya?

Kenya has a population of approximately 55 million.

What is the nearest airport to Kenya?

The closest airports are Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), 8 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Kenya?

Popular options include Maasai Mara National Reserve, Mount Kenya, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

What places are in Kenya?

Kenya covers 3 places in this atlas, including Maasai Mara National Reserve, Nairobi and Mount Kenya.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 August 24, 2026 at 10:59 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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