🇬🇷 Athens vs 🇰🇪 Nairobi

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

🇬🇷

Athens

scattered clouds

61°F

Scattered Clouds

Feels like 60°F

H 62°F / L 59°F

Humidity: 65%

🇰🇪

Nairobi

broken clouds

72°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 71°F

H 72°F / L 67°F

Humidity: 60%

Climate Overview

🇬🇷

Athens

Mediterranean — very hot dry summers, mild wet winters

Best monthsApril, May, October
AvoidJuly, August (extreme heat and crowds)
Annual rain15 inches (375 mm) — mostly November–March

Athens has a classic Mediterranean climate but is notably hotter and drier than coastal Greek islands due to its inland location in the Attica basin surrounded by mountains. Summers are among the hottest in Europe; winters are mild and pleasant.

🇰🇪

Nairobi

Subtropical highland — mild year-round due to altitude, two rainy seasons

Best monthsJuly, August, January, February
AvoidApril, May (long rains); November (short rains)
Annual rain35 inches (889 mm)

Nairobi sits at 5,889 feet (1,795m) elevation, keeping temperatures moderate year-round. There are two rainy seasons: the long rains (March–May) and short rains (October–December). July–August is the driest and most comfortable period.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇬🇷 Athens🇰🇪 Nairobi
Spring

52–77°F

March–May

Summer

81–97°F

June–August

Fall

63–84°F

September–November

Winter

43–57°F

December–February

Athens vs Nairobi: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Athens or Nairobi have better weather?

Athens and Nairobi have very different climates. Mediterranean — very hot dry summers, mild wet winters Nairobi: Subtropical highland — mild year-round due to altitude, two rainy seasons. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Athens vs Nairobi?

Best time for Athens: April, May, October. Best time for Nairobi: July, August, January, February.

More Comparisons

🇬🇷 Athens Weather →🇰🇪 Nairobi Weather →