Climate of Cross River State, Nigeria
Area-weighted average across Cross River State. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Cross River State, a subdivision of Nigeria, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 24.8°C / 76.6°F in August to 27.8°C / 82°F in March, with rainfall from 12 mm / 0.5 in to 340 mm / 13.4 in depending on the season (2170 mm / 85.4 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 | 26.4°C79.5°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
| February | 27.4°C81.3°F | 49 mm1.9″ | — |
| March | 27.8°C82°F | 112 mm4.4″ | Tropical |
| April | 27.6°C81.7°F | 141 mm5.6″ | Tropical |
| May | 26.8°C80.2°F | 235 mm9.3″ | Tropical |
| June | 25.9°C78.6°F | 313 mm12.3″ | Tropical |
| July | 24.9°C76.8°F | 314 mm12.4″ | Tropical |
| August | 24.8°C76.6°F | 311 mm12.2″ | Tropical |
| September | 25.3°C77.5°F | 340 mm13.4″ | Tropical |
| October | 25.8°C78.4°F | 246 mm9.7″ | Tropical |
| November | 26.4°C79.5°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
| December | 26.3°C79.3°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Cross River State?
The best months to visit Cross River 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 12 mm / 0.5 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Cross River State?
Cross River State, Nigeria has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 24.8°C / 76.6°F in August to 27.8°C / 82°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 2170 mm / 85.4 in, with the wettest month being September (340 mm / 13.4 in) and the driest January (12 mm / 0.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Cross River State?
The hottest month in Cross River State is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.8°C / 82°F.
What is the coldest month in Cross River State?
The coldest month in Cross River State is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.8°C / 76.6°F.
When does it rain most in Cross River State?
The wettest month in Cross River State is September, averaging about 340 mm / 13.4 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 12 mm / 0.5 in.