Climate of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Area-weighted average across Akwa Ibom State. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Akwa Ibom State, a subdivision of Nigeria, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 25.1°C / 77.2°F in July to 27.8°C / 82°F in March, with rainfall from 29 mm / 1.1 in to 414 mm / 16.3 in depending on the season (2698 mm / 106.2 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.7°C80.1°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| February | 27.5°C81.5°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| March | 27.8°C82°F | 143 mm5.6″ | Tropical |
| April | 27.5°C81.5°F | 192 mm7.6″ | Tropical |
| May | 27°C80.6°F | 264 mm10.4″ | Tropical |
| June | 26.3°C79.3°F | 353 mm13.9″ | Tropical |
| July | 25.1°C77.2°F | 414 mm16.3″ | Tropical |
| August | 25.2°C77.4°F | 350 mm13.8″ | Tropical |
| September | 25.6°C78.1°F | 406 mm16″ | Tropical |
| October | 25.9°C78.6°F | 318 mm12.5″ | Tropical |
| November | 26.6°C79.9°F | 128 mm5″ | Tropical |
| December | 26.7°C80.1°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Akwa Ibom State?
The best months to visit Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria for sunny, dry weather are January, December. The warmest month is March at an area-wide average of 27.8°C / 82°F, and the driest is January with about 29 mm / 1.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Akwa Ibom State?
Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 25.1°C / 77.2°F in July to 27.8°C / 82°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 2698 mm / 106.2 in, with the wettest month being July (414 mm / 16.3 in) and the driest January (29 mm / 1.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Akwa Ibom State?
The hottest month in Akwa Ibom State is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.8°C / 82°F.
What is the coldest month in Akwa Ibom State?
The coldest month in Akwa Ibom State is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.1°C / 77.2°F.
When does it rain most in Akwa Ibom State?
The wettest month in Akwa Ibom State is July, averaging about 414 mm / 16.3 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 29 mm / 1.1 in.