🇪🇬 Alexandria (EG) vs Nairobi 🇰🇪

Alexandria (EG), Egypt vs Nairobi, Kenya — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Both cities run similar average temperatures year-round. Alexandria (EG) is drier, with roughly 221 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇪🇬 Alexandria (EG)🇰🇪 Nairobi
Avg annual high25°C25°C
Hottest monthAugust (31°C)February (27°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (11°C low)July (13°C low)
Rainy days / year34255
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Best months to visitMarch, April, NovemberJune, July, August

🇪🇬 Alexandria (EG)

Best around March, April, November. Hottest in August (31°C), coldest lows in January (11°C).

🇰🇪 Nairobi

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in February (27°C), coldest lows in July (13°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Alexandria (EG) or Nairobi warmer?

Alexandria (EG) and Nairobi have very similar average temperatures.

Which is rainier, Alexandria (EG) or Nairobi?

Nairobi is rainier — Alexandria (EG) sees about 221 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Alexandria (EG) vs Nairobi?

Alexandria (EG) is best around March, April, November; Nairobi is best around June, July, August.

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