Cities Closest to the Equator
Nanyuki lies almost on the Equator, only about 1 km from it.
What Is It Like to Live on the Equator?
Cities on or near the Equator enjoy remarkably steady conditions: roughly 12 hours of daylight every day of the year, warm temperatures, and a rhythm of wet and dry seasons rather than the four seasons of higher latitudes. The Sun passes nearly overhead at noon, and twilight is short, so day turns to night quickly.
Equatorial cities span the rainforests and highlands of South America, Africa and Southeast Asia. The closest to the Equator on this list is Nanyuki, only about 1 km away.
Frequently Asked Questions: Cities Closest to the Equator
Which city is closest to the Equator?
On this list Nanyuki is closest, about 1 km from the Equator. Several cities sit almost exactly on the line.
What is the weather like on the Equator?
Warm and fairly constant year-round, with about 12 hours of daylight every day and seasons defined by rainfall rather than temperature.
Do equatorial cities have seasons?
Not in the temperature sense. They typically have wet and dry seasons instead of spring, summer, autumn and winter.