🇰🇪 Nairobi vs Tripoli 🇱🇾

Nairobi, Kenya vs Tripoli, Libya — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Both cities run similar average temperatures year-round. Tripoli is drier, with roughly 168 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇰🇪 Nairobi🇱🇾 Tripoli
Avg annual high25°C25°C
Hottest monthFebruary (27°C)August (33°C)
Coldest monthJuly (13°C low)January (10°C low)
Rainy days / year25587
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Best months to visitJune, July, AugustMarch, April, November

🇰🇪 Nairobi

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

🇱🇾 Tripoli

Best around March, April, November. Hottest in August (33°C), coldest lows in January (10°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Nairobi or Tripoli warmer?

Nairobi and Tripoli have very similar average temperatures.

Which is rainier, Nairobi or Tripoli?

Nairobi is rainier — Tripoli sees about 168 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Nairobi vs Tripoli?

Nairobi is best around June, July, August; Tripoli is best around March, April, November.

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