Nairobi · January
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 79°F, dipping to 58°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
79° / 58°F
Humidity
63%
Rain days
12/mo
Wind
10 mph
What January feels like in Nairobi
Sunrise
06:36
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:47
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 January
The kit for January in Nairobi: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.
January vs the surrounding months
vs December
+3° avg high
-10 rain days
Nairobi in December →
January
79°F avg high
12 rain days
Best: morning
vs February
-2° avg high
0 rain days
Nairobi in February →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Nairobi in January?+
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 January?+
Average high 79°F, average low 58°F.
How does January compare to surrounding months in Nairobi?+
Compared to December (avg high 76°F), January is warmer. Compared to February (avg high 81°F), January is cooler.
Does it rain often in Nairobi in January?+
Expect about 12 measurable rain days in January, on average.