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Maiduguri weather in October (Nigeria)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Maiduguri during October? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

During October, Maiduguri usually has extremely high temperatures and low rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 37°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 23°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Maiduguri in October usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 16 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about a single day with rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 285 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Maiduguri climate page with graphs.

 

Maiduguri, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 37°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 4%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 16 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days a single day  
HumidityHumidity 30%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 285 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 79%  

Where to go in Nigeria in October

Find out more about the weather in Nigeria and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Camping
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Maiduguri.

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