Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Garoua.
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Temperatures in Garoua, Nigeria, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is March at 41°C (106°F), and the coolest is August at 31°C (88°F).
With around 638 mm (25 in) of annual rainfall, the city has moderate precipitation levels. August is the wettest month and January the driest. It also has a distinct dry season from November to April. The sunniest month is December, with 9.6 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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In Garoua, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 41°C (106°F) in March to a very warm 31°C (88°F) in the coolest month, August.
Nights vary from 28°C (82°F) in March to around 18°C (64°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Generally, Garoua receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 638 mm (25 in) annually. The climate in Garoua shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in August, the wettest month, with an average of 179 mm (7 in) of precipitation over 17 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0 mm (0 in) of rainfall over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Garoua Precipitation page.
Garoua offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between December (9.6 hours daily) and August (6.2 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.
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The average wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) to 2 m/s (4 knots). It is lower in January, February, September, October, November and December and higher in March, April, May, June, July and August. What does this mean?
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Garoua. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Garoua has a distinct dry season from November to April.
Daytime highs range from 31°C (88°F) in August to 41°C (106°F) in March. Nighttime lows range from 18°C (64°F) to 28°C (82°F).
Annual rainfall is around 638 mm (25 in). August is the wettest month with 179 mm (7 in), while January is the driest with 0 mm (0 in).
Garoua receives around 2,928 hours of sunshine per year. December is the sunniest month with 287 hours, while August is the cloudiest with just 187 hours. Overall, Garoua enjoys abundant sunshine.
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