Climate of Anambra State, Nigeria
Area-weighted average across Anambra State. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Anambra State, a subdivision of Nigeria, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 25.2°C / 77.4°F in August to 28.7°C / 83.7°F in March, with rainfall from 8 mm / 0.3 in to 299 mm / 11.8 in depending on the season (1774 mm / 69.8 in total across the year). See the 2 cities 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 | 26.8°C80.2°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
| February | 28.1°C82.6°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| March | 28.7°C83.7°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| April | 28.4°C83.1°F | 140 mm5.5″ | Tropical |
| May | 27.3°C81.1°F | 221 mm8.7″ | Tropical |
| June | 26.2°C79.2°F | 236 mm9.3″ | Tropical |
| July | 25.3°C77.5°F | 262 mm10.3″ | Tropical |
| August | 25.2°C77.4°F | 210 mm8.3″ | Tropical |
| September | 25.5°C77.9°F | 299 mm11.8″ | Tropical |
| October | 26.1°C79°F | 233 mm9.2″ | Tropical |
| November | 27.1°C80.8°F | 50 mm2″ | — |
| December | 26.9°C80.4°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Anambra State?
The best months to visit Anambra State, Nigeria for sunny, dry weather are January, February, December. The warmest month is March at an area-wide average of 28.7°C / 83.7°F, and the driest is December with about 8 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Anambra State?
Anambra State, Nigeria has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 25.2°C / 77.4°F in August to 28.7°C / 83.7°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 1774 mm / 69.8 in, with the wettest month being September (299 mm / 11.8 in) and the driest December (8 mm / 0.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Anambra State?
The hottest month in Anambra State is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 28.7°C / 83.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Anambra State?
The coldest month in Anambra State is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.2°C / 77.4°F.
When does it rain most in Anambra State?
The wettest month in Anambra State is September, averaging about 299 mm / 11.8 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 8 mm / 0.3 in.