Climate of Bayelsa State, Nigeria
Area-weighted average across Bayelsa State. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Bayelsa 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 July to 27.8°C / 82°F in March, with rainfall from 47 mm / 1.9 in to 478 mm / 18.8 in depending on the season (3133 mm / 123.3 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.5°C79.7°F | 47 mm1.9″ | — |
| February | 27.4°C81.3°F | 85 mm3.3″ | Tropical |
| March | 27.8°C82°F | 151 mm5.9″ | Tropical |
| April | 27.5°C81.5°F | 225 mm8.9″ | Tropical |
| May | 26.8°C80.2°F | 324 mm12.8″ | Tropical |
| June | 26.2°C79.2°F | 478 mm18.8″ | Tropical |
| July | 25.2°C77.4°F | 468 mm18.4″ | Tropical |
| August | 25.2°C77.4°F | 298 mm11.7″ | Tropical |
| September | 25.4°C77.7°F | 471 mm18.5″ | Tropical |
| October | 25.9°C78.6°F | 374 mm14.7″ | Tropical |
| November | 26.7°C80.1°F | 156 mm6.1″ | Tropical |
| December | 26.7°C80.1°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Bayelsa State?
Bayelsa State, Nigeria does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is March at 27.8°C / 82°F, and the driest is January at 47 mm / 1.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Bayelsa State?
Bayelsa State, Nigeria has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 25.2°C / 77.4°F in July to 27.8°C / 82°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 3133 mm / 123.3 in, with the wettest month being June (478 mm / 18.8 in) and the driest January (47 mm / 1.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Bayelsa State?
The hottest month in Bayelsa State is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.8°C / 82°F.
What is the coldest month in Bayelsa State?
The coldest month in Bayelsa State is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.2°C / 77.4°F.
When does it rain most in Bayelsa State?
The wettest month in Bayelsa State is June, averaging about 478 mm / 18.8 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 47 mm / 1.9 in.