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Nairobi has a subtropical highland climate (Köppen Cwb), shaped by its high elevation and equatorial location. Temperatures are mild year-round, with two wetter seasons and generally comfortable conditions rather than extreme heat or cold. The current overcast, mildly humid conditions are consistent with Nairobi's variable daily weather and frequent cloud cover during wetter periods.
Summer Average
21°C
Winter Average
17°C
Climate Type
Subtropical Highland
Rainy Days
110
Sunny Days
220
Humidity
63%
Spring
March - May
16-22°C
This is one of Nairobi’s main rainy periods, with frequent afternoon showers and cooler, cloudier days. Vegetation is lush and humidity is usually moderate to high.
High rainfall
Summer
June - August
15-23°C
This is typically the coolest and driest part of the year in Nairobi. Days are often sunny or partly cloudy, with cool mornings and evenings.
Low rainfall
Autumn
September - November
17-24°C
Temperatures gradually rise again, and short rains often return, especially from October into November. Weather is usually a mix of sunny intervals and periodic showers.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
18-25°C
This period is generally warm and relatively dry, though brief showers can still occur. Skies are often partly cloudy to sunny, with pleasant daytime conditions.
Low rainfall
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Air Quality
Nairobi
Nairobi offers adventurous professionals a dynamic gateway to East Africa's professional and entrepreneurial landscape. As Kenya's economic powerhouse, the city provides robust opportunities in tech, NGO, and international development sectors, with a growing startup ecosystem that attracts global talent. Despite urban challenges, Nairobi balances cosmopolitan energy with surprisingly affordable living costs and a surprisingly sophisticated infrastructure.
The city rewards adaptable expats with a vibrant international community, excellent connectivity, and proximity to world-class wildlife and natural experiences. While personal security requires standard urban awareness, Nairobi's professional networks, emerging digital infrastructure, and multicultural environment make it an increasingly attractive destination for globally-minded professionals seeking meaningful work and unique life experiences.
Advantages
Nairobi
Dynamic tech innovation hub
Rich wildlife proximity
Diverse cultural landscape
Young entrepreneurial energy
Affordable cost of living
Disadvantages
Nairobi
High crime rates
Traffic congestion nightmare
Significant income inequality
Limited public transportation
Unreliable infrastructure services
Safety & Security in Nairobi
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
51
/100
Kenya Avg
57
Africa Avg
53
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
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