United Nations Office at Nairobi
The United Nations Office at Nairobi is an international office complex situated in Nairobi, Kenya. It is one of the most looked-up sights in Kenya.
Planning a visit
The driest months to visit are July, August, and September, which experience the least amount of rainfall. The climate remains mild throughout the year, with daily highs ranging between 21 °C and 26 °C. April and November are the wettest months, with significant rainfall occurring on 21 and 23 days respectively. If you prefer drier conditions, planning a trip during the mid-year months is advisable.
The office is located on United Nations Avenue, 6 km from the center of Nairobi. Travelers arriving by air have two main options: Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) is 10 km away, while the larger Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is 16 km away. Visitors can combine a trip here with a visit to Nairobi National Park, which is located 16.1 km away. The facility is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 08:00 to 16:30, and on Fridays from 08:00 to 14:00.
Weather by month
The warmest month is February, with an average high of 26 °C. The wettest is April, with about 194 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 25 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 23 |
| Average low, °C | 14 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 14 |
| Rainfall, mm | 53 | 41 | 84 | 194 | 134 | 27 | 21 | 19 | 25 | 65 | 120 | 84 |
| Rainy days | 7 | 5 | 11 | 21 | 12 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 11 | 23 | 16 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
