Capital city in Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria
Abuja weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Abuja
Nov–Mar is dry and sunny; Harmattan dust hazes Dec–Feb. Apr–Oct is rainy with road floods, peaking Aug–Sep. Dec–Jan is the busiest.
Abuja weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan32°2 mm
- Feb34°6 mm
- Mar35°15 mm
- Apr33°86 mm
- May30°132 mm
- Jun28°147 mm
- Jul27°202 mm
- Aug27°253 mm
- Sep27°214 mm
- Oct29°117 mm
- Nov31°9 mm
- Dec32°1 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C90°F | 16°C61°F | 2 mm | 41% | Pleasant |
| February | 34°C94°F | 19°C67°F | 6 mm | 43% | Hot |
| March | 35°C94°F | 22°C71°F | 15 mm | 54% | Hot |
| April | 33°C91°F | 22°C72°F | 86 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| May | 30°C86°F | 22°C72°F | 132 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C83°F | 21°C70°F | 147 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| July | 27°C81°F | 21°C69°F | 202 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| August | 27°C80°F | 20°C69°F | 253 mm | 87% | Rainy |
| September | 27°C81°F | 20°C69°F | 214 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| October | 29°C83°F | 20°C69°F | 117 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| November | 31°C88°F | 18°C65°F | 9 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| December | 32°C89°F | 16°C61°F | 1 mm | 48% | Pleasant |
Best months across Nigeria
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Lagos | Nov–Mar | Feb (30°C) |
| Abuja | Nov–Mar | Mar (35°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Abuja?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Mar is dry and sunny; Harmattan dust hazes Dec–Feb. Apr–Oct is rainy with road floods, peaking Aug–Sep. Dec–Jan is the busiest.
When is the rainy season in Abuja?
Rain peaks in August with about 253 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jul–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Abuja?
March, with average highs of 35°C (94°F).
How cold does Abuja get?
The coolest nights are in December, averaging 16°C (61°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.