🇺🇬 Bwindi vs Nairobi 🇰🇪

Bwindi, Uganda vs Nairobi, Kenya — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Nairobi is the warmer of the two — about 4 degrees warmer on average across the year. Bwindi is drier, with roughly 22 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇬 Bwindi🇰🇪 Nairobi
Avg annual high21°C25°C
Hottest monthFebruary (22°C)February (27°C)
Coldest monthDecember (12°C low)July (13°C low)
Rainy days / year233255
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustJune, July, August

🇺🇬 Bwindi

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in February (22°C), coldest lows in December (12°C).

🇰🇪 Nairobi

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Bwindi or Nairobi warmer?

Nairobi is warmer overall, averaging about 4 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Bwindi or Nairobi?

Nairobi is rainier — Bwindi sees about 22 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Bwindi vs Nairobi?

Bwindi is best around June, July, August; Nairobi is best around June, July, August.

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