At a glance
| Metric | Cape Town | Nairobi |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 26°C | 28°C |
| Coldest month low | 10°C | 13°C |
| Annual rainfall | 710 mm | 1031 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 10.5 h/day | 9.9 h/day |
| Best months | September–May | February & June–September |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Cape Town | Nairobi | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.1 · Excellent | Cape Town |
| February | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.3 · Excellent | Cape Town |
| March | 10.0 · Excellent | 8.7 · Excellent | Cape Town |
| April | 10.0 · Excellent | 7.5 · Good | Cape Town |
| May | 9.6 · Excellent | 7.5 · Good | Cape Town |
| June | 8.7 · Excellent | 9.3 · Excellent | Nairobi |
| July | 7.6 · Good | 10.0 · Excellent | Nairobi |
| August | 8.1 · Good | 9.3 · Excellent | Nairobi |
| September | 9.8 · Excellent | 9.7 · Excellent | Cape Town |
| October | 10.0 · Excellent | 8.0 · Good | Cape Town |
| November | 10.0 · Excellent | 7.4 · Good | Cape Town |
| December | 10.0 · Excellent | 7.5 · Good | Cape Town |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Cape Town or Nairobi?
Cape Town has the better travel weather in 9 of 12 months, versus 3 for Nairobi — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Cape Town?
The best months to visit Cape Town are September–May, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Nairobi?
The best months to visit Nairobi are February & June–September, based on six years of climate data.
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