Climate Chart of Agadez (Sahara), Niger
Monthly data: Temperature °C, Rain (mm), Sunshine (h) · 2013–2023
For Agadez (Sahara), Niger, the climate data cover 2013–2023. Monthly mean temperatures span from January at 20.7 °C to May at 34.9 °C, giving a sense of the contrast across the year without describing daytime highs. The supplied monthly means indicate a warm climate overall, while rainfall and sunshine averages add useful context for planning outdoor time. These figures summarize typical monthly conditions, not what every individual day will bring.
Climate overview
Temperature
The coolest monthly mean is in January, at 20.7 °C; this is the relevant reference for visitors prioritising cooler average temperatures. The warmest monthly mean arrives in May, at 34.9 °C. These are monthly means rather than daytime maximum temperatures, so they do not describe the hottest part of a day or the range between day and night. Across the calendar months, the unweighted mean of monthly mean temperatures is 29.2 °C. It summarizes the monthly averages without weighting them by the number of days in each month; it should not be read as a day-weighted annual average.
Rain
Mean daily rainfall reaches its monthly high in August, at 1.03 mm/day. This is a daily mean, not a monthly accumulation, and does not indicate how often rain falls or guarantee wet weather on a particular visit. The unweighted mean of the monthly daily-rainfall means is 0.14 mm/day, which offers broad context rather than a forecast for any given day.
Sunshine
Mean daily sunshine duration is highest in May / June, at 11.20 hours/day, and lowest in December, at 10.19 hours/day. The monthly means can help with broad outdoor-planning expectations, but sunshine duration is not the same as day length and does not promise clear skies throughout a day. Across the calendar months, the unweighted mean is 10.72 hours/day per day, rather than a day-weighted annual average.
Best Travel Time Guide for Agadez (Sahara), Niger: Ideal Seasons and Weather Insights
For visitors prioritising cooler monthly-average conditions, January is the clearest temperature-based option, with a monthly mean of 20.7 °C; this does not specify daytime peaks or guarantee how any particular day will feel. Those considering outdoor sightseeing can also use the sunshine figures as broad guidance: mean daily sunshine is highest in May / June at 11.20 hours/day, while the lowest is in December at 10.19 hours/day. These are separate criteria, not a combined ranking of when to visit. If lower average rainfall is a priority, 0.14 mm/day is the unweighted mean of the monthly daily-rainfall means and provides general context, not a designation of a particular month as the driest. Prepare for rain with August in mind, when mean daily rainfall reaches 1.03 mm/day. Neither figure tells you how frequently rain occurs, so the averages cannot guarantee dry conditions; practical plans should allow for day-to-day variation.
Climate Data Overview for Agadez (Sahara), Niger
Explore the comprehensive climate data for Agadez (Sahara), Niger. 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 | 20.7 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 10.36 |
| Feb | 23.4 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 10.61 |
| Mar | 28.8 | 0.01 | 0.00 | 10.84 |
| Apr | 32.3 | 0.04 | 0.00 | 10.93 |
| May | 34.9 | 0.01 | 0.00 | 11.20 |
| Jun | 34.8 | 0.13 | 0.00 | 11.20 |
| Jul | 32.9 | 0.33 | 0.00 | 11.12 |
| Aug | 31.0 | 1.03 | 0.00 | 10.64 |
| Sep | 33.0 | 0.12 | 0.00 | 10.80 |
| Oct | 30.9 | 0.02 | 0.00 | 10.47 |
| Nov | 26.5 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 10.29 |
| Dec | 21.8 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 10.19 |
| Average | 29.2 | 0.14 | 0.00 | 10.72 |
