Best Time to Visit Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria
Akure is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Akure for sunny, dry weather is November–February — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through August and November–April; the wetter half falls in May–July and September–October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 23.8°C / 74.8°F in August to 27.5°C / 81.5°F in March, with rainfall from 8 mm / 0.3 in (January) to 255 mm / 10 in (September). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Akure's climate is broadly consistently warm. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.5°C77.9°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| February | 26.8°C80.2°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 25.8°C78.4°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| December | 25.4°C77.7°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Akure?
The best time to visit Akure for sunny, dry weather is January, February, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is March averaging 27.5°C / 81.5°F, and the driest is January with about 8 mm / 0.3 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Akure's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Akure?
The rainy season at Akure, Ondo State runs through May–July and September–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 157 mm / 6.2 in. The wettest single month is September (255 mm / 10 in).
What is the driest month in Akure?
The driest month in Akure is January, averaging about 8 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 25.5°C / 77.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Akure?
The least comfortable months for travel to Akure — based on point-value climate at the city — are June, July, August, September, October. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 255 mm / 10 in in September, and the coldest month averages 23.8°C / 74.8°F.
Is Akure climate different from Nigeria overall?
Yes, usually. Our Akure figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Nigeria figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Akure specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.