Best Time to Visit Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria
Makurdi is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Makurdi for sunny, dry weather is November–March — 5 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 26.1°C / 79°F in December to 30.5°C / 86.9°F in March, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in (December) to 241 mm / 9.5 in (September). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Makurdi'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 | 27°C80.6°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| February | 29.2°C84.6°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| March | 30.5°C86.9°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 27.1°C80.8°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 26.1°C79°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Makurdi?
The best time to visit Makurdi for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is March averaging 30.5°C / 86.9°F, and the driest is December with about 1 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Makurdi's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Makurdi?
The rainy season at Makurdi, Benue State runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 146 mm / 5.7 in. The wettest single month is September (241 mm / 9.5 in).
What is the driest month in Makurdi?
The driest month in Makurdi is December, averaging about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 26.1°C / 79°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Makurdi?
The least comfortable months for travel to Makurdi — based on point-value climate at the city — are July, August, September, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 241 mm / 9.5 in in September, and the coldest month averages 26.1°C / 79°F.
Is Makurdi climate different from Nigeria overall?
Yes, usually. Our Makurdi 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 Makurdi specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.