Weather in Abuja
What's the weather like in Abuja?
Abuja has warm year-round and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 34°C (94°F) in January to 27°C (81°F) in July, with overnight lows around 21°C (70°F) and 21°C (71°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Abuja are July through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇳🇬 Nigeria
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Lagos
- Coordinates
- 9.076, 7.399
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°C / 94°F | 21°C / 70°F | 1 mm | 0 | — |
| February | 36°C / 96°F | 23°C / 74°F | 7 mm | 2 | — |
| March | 35°C / 95°F | 24°C / 76°F | 19 mm | 3 | — |
| April | 34°C / 93°F | 24°C / 75°F | 27 mm | 6 | — |
| May | 31°C / 88°F | 23°C / 74°F | 99 mm | 15 | — |
| June | 29°C / 84°F | 22°C / 72°F | 142 mm | 20 | — |
| July | 27°C / 81°F | 21°C / 71°F | 183 mm | 26 | — |
| August | 27°C / 80°F | 21°C / 70°F | 253 mm | 27 | — |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 70°F | 213 mm | 24 | — |
| October | 30°C / 86°F | 22°C / 71°F | 97 mm | 16 | — |
| November | 33°C / 91°F | 22°C / 72°F | 6 mm | 1 | — |
| December | 34°C / 93°F | 21°C / 71°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
Abuja by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Abuja?
The most comfortable months in Abuja are usually January, November, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Abuja?
February is typically the hottest month in Abuja, averaging a high of 36°C (96°F).
What is the coldest month in Abuja?
August is usually the coldest, with average lows around 21°C (70°F).
Does it snow in Abuja?
Snow is rare in Abuja; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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