Nairobi, Kenya
Sunday, May 17, 2026 • UTC+3 (GMT+3)
The current local time in Nairobi, Kenya is 20:24:24.
Quick Facts
- Country
- Kenya
- Region
- Africa
- Population
- 4,397,073
- Coordinates
- 1.28° S, 36.82° E
- Time Zone
- Africa/Nairobi
- Currency
- Shilling (KES)
- Languages
- English, Swahili
- Country Area
- 582,650 km²
Time Difference Between Nairobi and Major Cities
| CITY | LOCAL TIME | DIFFERENCE |
|---|---|---|
| Time in New York | 7h behind | |
| Time in London | 2h behind | |
| Time in Tokyo | 6h ahead | |
| Time in Sydney | 7h ahead | |
| Time in Dubai | 1h ahead | |
| Time in Singapore | 5h ahead | |
| Time in Los Angeles | 10h behind | |
| Time in Paris | 1h behind |
Weather in Nairobi
Current weather conditions in Nairobi including temperature, humidity, wind speed, visibility and a five day weather forecast.
18°C
Overcast
Humidity
85%
Wind
6.7 km/h
Visibility
34 km
24°
15°
24°
16°
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15°
25°
16°
24°
15°
Cities Near Nairobi
- Time in Imara Daima Estate8 km
- Time in Kiambu13 km
- Time in Karuri14 km
- Time in Ongata Rongai14 km
Cities in the Same Time Zone as Nairobi
Popular Time Differences
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- Time difference between Nairobi and Los Angeles
- Time difference between Nairobi and Paris
Map of Nairobi
Map showing the location of Nairobi at coordinates -1.28333, 36.81667.
About Nairobi Time
Nairobi is located in Africa, Kenyaand follows the Africa/Nairobi time zone. The city has a population of approximately 4,397,073 people.
The current local time in Nairobi is determined by the Africa/Nairobi time zone. This time zone is used across several cities in the region and ensures consistent local time for residents and businesses.
On this page, you can find the exact current time in Nairobi, compare time differences with other cities around the world, and view additional information such as sunrise and sunset times, weather conditions, and nearby cities that share the same time zone.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nairobi
What time zone is Nairobi in?
Nairobi is in the Africa/Nairobi time zone (GMT+3) in Kenya.
What is the current UTC offset for Nairobi?
Nairobi is currently at UTC+3.
Does Nairobi observe daylight saving time?
No, Nairobi does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset (UTC+3) stays constant year-round.
How can I check the current local time in Nairobi?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current local time in Nairobi, Kenya, updated every second.