Climate of Imo State, Nigeria
Area-weighted average across Imo State. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Imo State, a subdivision of Nigeria, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 24.9°C / 76.8°F in July to 27.9°C / 82.2°F in March, with rainfall from 17 mm / 0.7 in to 361 mm / 14.2 in depending on the season (2211 mm / 87 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 | 26.5°C79.7°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Hot |
| February | 27.5°C81.5°F | 47 mm1.9″ | — |
| March | 27.9°C82.2°F | 108 mm4.3″ | Tropical |
| April | 27.6°C81.7°F | 174 mm6.9″ | Tropical |
| May | 26.7°C80.1°F | 251 mm9.9″ | Tropical |
| June | 25.9°C78.6°F | 291 mm11.5″ | Tropical |
| July | 24.9°C76.8°F | 329 mm13″ | Tropical |
| August | 24.9°C76.8°F | 276 mm10.9″ | Tropical |
| September | 25.2°C77.4°F | 361 mm14.2″ | Tropical |
| October | 25.8°C78.4°F | 265 mm10.4″ | Tropical |
| November | 26.5°C79.7°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
| December | 26.5°C79.7°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Imo State?
The best months to visit Imo State, Nigeria for sunny, dry weather are January, December. The warmest month is March at an area-wide average of 27.9°C / 82.2°F, and the driest is December with about 17 mm / 0.7 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Imo State?
Imo State, Nigeria has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 24.9°C / 76.8°F in July to 27.9°C / 82.2°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 2211 mm / 87 in, with the wettest month being September (361 mm / 14.2 in) and the driest December (17 mm / 0.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Imo State?
The hottest month in Imo State is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.9°C / 82.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Imo State?
The coldest month in Imo State is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.9°C / 76.8°F.
When does it rain most in Imo State?
The wettest month in Imo State is September, averaging about 361 mm / 14.2 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 17 mm / 0.7 in.