Climate Chart of Abuja, Nigeria
Monthly data: Temperature °C, Rain (mm), Sunshine (h) · 2013–2023
For Abuja, Nigeria, these climate figures describe 2013–2023. The monthly mean temperature reaches 29.4 °C in March and falls to 23.5 °C in August, while mean daily rainfall ranges from 0.00 mm/day in December to 8.40 mm/day in August. Sunshine also varies across the year, with its monthly daily mean spanning 6.58 hours/day in August to 10.78 hours/day in December. Together, these averages offer a useful seasonal overview, but not a forecast for any particular day.
Climate overview
Temperature
Monthly mean temperatures are highest in March, at 29.4 °C, and lowest in August, at 23.5 °C. These are averages for each month, not daytime maximum temperatures, so they do not show the full range visitors might experience during a day. The unweighted mean across the monthly means is 26.4 °C. It provides a broad summary of the recorded period, rather than a day-weighted annual average or a guarantee of conditions during a particular visit.
Rain
Mean daily rainfall is highest in August, at 8.40 mm/day, and lowest in December, at 0.00 mm/day. These figures describe average daily amounts for those months, not monthly totals; the lowest mean does not guarantee rain-free days or indicate how often rain occurs. The unweighted mean across the monthly daily-rainfall means is 3.11 mm/day. It is a broad summary, not a day-weighted annual average, and cannot by itself describe the timing or frequency of rainy days.
Sunshine
Mean daily sunshine duration reaches 10.78 hours/day in December and is lowest in August, at 6.58 hours/day. These are averages of sunshine hours per day, not measures of day length, and they do not promise the same sunshine on each date. Across the monthly means, the unweighted average daily sunshine duration is 9.27 hours/day. This summary can help set broad expectations for outdoor planning, but actual sunshine varies from day to day.
Best Travel Time Guide for Abuja, Nigeria: Ideal Seasons and Weather Insights
If lower average rainfall is your priority, December is a conditional option to consider, with mean daily rainfall of 0.00 mm/day; this does not guarantee dry days or tell you how frequently rain occurs. For rain preparation, note that the highest monthly mean daily rainfall is 8.40 mm/day in August, and plan for the possibility of wet weather rather than treating the average as a daily forecast. For visitors prioritising cooler monthly averages, August has the lowest monthly mean temperature, 23.5 °C; this is not a daytime maximum or a guarantee of the temperature on your travel dates. Sunshine averages may also inform outdoor sightseeing plans: December has the highest mean daily duration at 10.78 hours/day, while August has the lowest at 6.58 hours/day. Sunshine duration is not day length, and neither figure predicts the conditions of an individual day.
Climate Data Overview for Abuja, Nigeria
Explore the comprehensive climate data for Abuja, Nigeria. This detailed table provides valuable insights into temperature variations, precipitation levels, and seasonal changes, helping you understand the unique weather patterns of this region.
| Month | Average: Temperature °C | Rain (mm) / day | Snow (mm) / day | Sunshine (h) / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27.2 | 0.03 | 0.00 | 10.73 |
| Feb | 28.8 | 0.22 | 0.00 | 10.59 |
| Mar | 29.4 | 0.60 | 0.00 | 10.23 |
| Apr | 28.7 | 1.28 | 0.00 | 9.97 |
| May | 26.9 | 3.61 | 0.00 | 9.10 |
| Jun | 25.1 | 4.92 | 0.00 | 7.96 |
| Jul | 24.0 | 6.49 | 0.00 | 7.46 |
| Aug | 23.5 | 8.40 | 0.00 | 6.58 |
| Sep | 24.1 | 8.13 | 0.00 | 7.86 |
| Oct | 25.4 | 3.49 | 0.00 | 9.52 |
| Nov | 27.0 | 0.17 | 0.00 | 10.44 |
| Dec | 27.0 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 10.78 |
| Average | 26.4 | 3.11 | 0.00 | 9.27 |
