Climate of Nigeria — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Nigeria. Part of Western Africa, Africa.
Located in Western Africa, Africa, Nigeria has a tropical climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from 25.5°C / 77.9°F in July to 28.5°C / 83.3°F in March, with annual rainfall totalling around 1559 mm / 61.4 in — driest in January (10 mm / 0.4 in), wettest in September (255 mm / 10 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C78.8°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| February | 28°C82.4°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| March | 28.5°C83.3°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
| April | 28°C82.4°F | 125 mm4.9″ | Tropical |
| May | 27.5°C81.5°F | 175 mm6.9″ | Tropical |
| June | 26.5°C79.7°F | 225 mm8.9″ | Tropical |
| July | 25.5°C77.9°F | 245 mm9.6″ | Tropical |
| August | 25.5°C77.9°F | 215 mm8.5″ | Tropical |
| September | 25.5°C77.9°F | 255 mm10″ | Tropical |
| October | 26°C78.8°F | 165 mm6.5″ | Tropical |
| November | 27°C80.6°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 26°C78.8°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Nigeria?
The best months to visit Nigeria for sunny, dry weather are January, February, November, December. The warmest month is March (28.5°C / 83.3°F average), and the driest is January (~10 mm / 0.4 in rainfall).
What is the climate of Nigeria?
Nigeria has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from 25.5°C / 77.9°F in July to 28.5°C / 83.3°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 1559 mm / 61.4 in, with the wettest month being September (255 mm / 10 in) and the driest January (10 mm / 0.4 in). Regional variation within Nigeria can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Nigeria?
The hottest month in Nigeria is March, with a country-wide average temperature of 28.5°C / 83.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Nigeria?
The coldest month in Nigeria is July, with a country-wide average temperature of 25.5°C / 77.9°F.
When does it rain most in Nigeria?
The wettest month in Nigeria is September, averaging about 255 mm / 10 in of rain. The driest is January with about 10 mm / 0.4 in.