Niamey Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Temperatures in Niamey, Niger, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is April at 42°C (108°F), and the coolest is January at 32°C (90°F).
The city has a relatively dry climate, receiving around 292 mm (11 in) of rainfall per year. It does experience a distinct dry season from October to June. August is the wettest month and January the driest. The sunniest month is October, with 9.5 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Niamey
The weather in Niamey changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 42°C (108°F) in April to a very warm 32°C (90°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 29°C (84°F) in April to 17°C (63°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Niamey
Niamey maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 292 mm (11 in). The seasons in Niamey bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives high rainfall, with an average of 129 mm (5.1 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0 mm (0 in) over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Niamey Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Niamey
Niamey enjoys sunny spells year-round. October sees up to 9.5 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. August, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.8 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Niamey by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Niamey.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 80%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 19%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Niamey
The mean wind speed varies between 1 m/s (2 knots) and 1 m/s (2 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and highest during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Niamey 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Niamey
With its warm weather, Niamey experiences temperatures from 32°C (90°F) to 42°C (108°F) throughout the year. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December offers the driest weather, which makes it a good time to visit.It's smart to plan your activities during the cooler morning hours or take advantage of the refreshing evenings. Need help choosing your next travel destination? We offer a specialized tool that matches you with locations based on your weather preferences. Explore destinations that suit your climate preferences.
