July weather forecast
Nairobi, Kenya

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A small lake in Uhuru Park within the city of Nairobi, Kenya
A small lake in Uhuru Park within the city of Nairobi, Kenya

Weather in July

Arrival of sharp winter chills in Nairobi characterizes July, often cited as the coolest month of the year. The average minimum temperature in July is 12.7°C (54.9°F), a significant shift from the warmth of the early year. Skies generally stay clearer, leading to a relative decrease in rainfall. The gentle winds of earlier months subside, and the city takes a breather under cold skies. This chilly weather further reinforces Nairobi's tagline of the city with a sunlit-winter.

Temperature

July notes an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 22.6°C (72.7°F), subtly differing from June's 22.4°C (72.3°F). Nairobi records a steady low-temperature average of 12.7°C (54.9°F) during July.

Humidity

In Nairobi, the average relative humidity in July is 74%.

Rainfall

In Nairobi, in July, during 18.6 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nairobi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 241.5 days and collects up to 676mm (26.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in July is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of July, in Nairobi, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:40 EAT.

Sunshine

In Nairobi, the average sunshine in July is 8.9h.

UV index

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In July, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average July temperature in Nairobi?

In Nairobi, 22.6°C (72.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 12.7°C (54.9°F) is the average low-temperature during July. In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the average humidity in July in Nairobi?

In Nairobi, the average relative humidity in July is 74%.

How many days does it rain in July in Nairobi?

In Nairobi, in July, during 18.6 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Nairobi have in July?

In Nairobi, the average day length in July is 12h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in July in Nairobi?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, in Nairobi, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:40 EAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Nairobi have in July?

The average sunshine duration in July in Nairobi is 8.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Nairobi?

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in July in Nairobi?

The average daily maximum UV index in July is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Nairobi, Kenya

Average temperature in July - Nairobi, Kenya
  • Average high temperature in July: 22.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (22.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in July: 12.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (15.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.7°C).

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Average pressure in July
Nairobi, Kenya

Average pressure in July - Nairobi, Kenya
  • Average pressure in July: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1013.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in July
Nairobi, Kenya

Average wind speed in July - Nairobi, Kenya
  • Average wind speed in July: 6.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.1km/h).

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Average humidity in July
Nairobi, Kenya

Average humidity in July - Nairobi, Kenya
  • Average humidity in July: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (65%).

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Average rainfall in July
Nairobi, Kenya

Average rainfall in July - Nairobi, Kenya
  • Average rainfall in July: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (125mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (28mm).

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Average rainfall days in July
Nairobi, Kenya

Average rainfall days in July - Nairobi, Kenya
  • Average rainfall days in July: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.3 days).

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Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Nairobi, Kenya

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Nairobi, Kenya
  • Average daylight in July: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in July
Nairobi, Kenya

Average sunshine days in July - Nairobi, Kenya
  • Average sunshine days in July: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.9 days).

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Average UV index in July
Nairobi, Kenya

Average UV index in July - Nairobi, Kenya
  • Average UV index in July: 5

The month with the highest UV index is September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in July
Nairobi, Kenya

Average cloud cover in July - Nairobi, Kenya
  • Average cloud cover in July: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in July
Nairobi, Kenya

Average visibility in July - Nairobi, Kenya
  • Average visibility in July: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (7km).

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