🇪🇬 Aswan vs Nairobi 🇰🇪

Aswan, Egypt vs Nairobi, Kenya — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Aswan is the warmer of the two — about 9 degrees warmer on average across the year. Aswan is drier, with roughly 254 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇪🇬 Aswan🇰🇪 Nairobi
Avg annual high34°C25°C
Hottest monthAugust (42°C)February (27°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (9°C low)July (13°C low)
Rainy days / year1255
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Best months to visitJanuary, February, DecemberJune, July, August

🇪🇬 Aswan

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in August (42°C), coldest lows in January (9°C).

🇰🇪 Nairobi

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Aswan or Nairobi warmer?

Aswan is warmer overall, averaging about 9 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Aswan or Nairobi?

Nairobi is rainier — Aswan sees about 254 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Aswan vs Nairobi?

Aswan is best around January, February, December; Nairobi is best around June, July, August.

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