Nairobi · August
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 74°F, dipping to 55°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
74° / 55°F
Humidity
68%
Rain days
14/mo
Wind
8 mph
What August feels like in Nairobi
Sunrise
06:34
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:38
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Nairobi in August
The kit for August in Nairobi: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
August vs the surrounding months
vs July
+1° avg high
+1 rain days
Nairobi in July →
August
74°F avg high
14 rain days
Best: morning
vs September
-3° avg high
0 rain days
Nairobi in September →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Nairobi in August?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Nairobi in August?+
Average high 74°F, average low 55°F.
How does August compare to surrounding months in Nairobi?+
Compared to July (avg high 73°F), August is warmer. Compared to September (avg high 77°F), August is cooler.
Does it rain often in Nairobi in August?+
Expect about 14 measurable rain days in August, on average.