🇺🇸 Minneapolis vs 🇰🇪 Nairobi

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

🇺🇸

Minneapolis

clear sky

48°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 41°F

H 50°F / L 46°F

Humidity: 54%

🇰🇪

Nairobi

broken clouds

72°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 71°F

H 72°F / L 67°F

Humidity: 60%

Climate Overview

🇺🇸

Minneapolis

Minneapolis is one of the coldest major US cities, with winter temperatures regularly below 0°F and abundant snowfall. The city is famous for its skyway system — 80 blocks of second-story enclosed walkways connecting downtown buildings — built to allow movement without facing the brutal winters. Summers are surprisingly warm and humid but mercifully short.

🇰🇪

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🇺🇸 Minneapolis🇰🇪 Nairobi

Minneapolis vs Nairobi: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Minneapolis or Nairobi have better weather?

Minneapolis and Nairobi have very different climates. Minneapolis is one of the coldest major US cities, with winter temperatures regularly below 0°F and 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 Minneapolis vs Nairobi?

Best time for Minneapolis: spring and fall. Best time for Nairobi: July, August, January, February.

More Comparisons

🇺🇸 Minneapolis Weather →🇰🇪 Nairobi Weather →