Niger

Niger Weather & Climate: Monthly Averages

Monthly climate averages for Niger, temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

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Niamey Tahoua Bilma Agadez

Climate overview of Niger

Niger is one of the hottest countries on the planet. It has the Saharan desert in the north, the Sahel to the south and the Sudan in the south-west corner. The intense heat of the Saharan zone often causes the little rainfall to evaporate before it even hits the ground.

In the east annual rainfall is only 20 mm (0.8 in). The rainy season runs from May through October, with most rain in July and August.

At Niamey, the average maximum daily temperature fluctuates from 31°C (88°F) in August to 41°C (106°F) in April. Nights are cooler, below 20°C (68°F), from November to February.

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Niamey Tahoua Bilma Agadez

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.


Niamey	32°C (90°F) – 42°C (108°F)	17°C (63°F) – 29°C (84°F)	292 mm (11 in)	3,082 hours
Tahoua	32°C (90°F) – 42°C (108°F)	16°C (61°F) – 28°C (82°F)	213 mm (8.4 in)	3,173 hours
Bilma	25°C (77°F) – 43°C (109°F)	8°C (46°F) – 27°C (81°F)	9.5 mm (0.4 in)	3,681 hours
Agadez	29°C (84°F) – 43°C (109°F)	14°C (57°F) – 29°C (84°F)	71 mm (2.8 in)	3,483 hours

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FAQ

What is the best time to visit Niger?

The warmest month in Bilma is June, with daytime highs of 43°C (109°F). Bilma is the sunniest destination, with 335 hours of sunshine in July. Niger has a distinct dry season from January to December. Explore Niger weather by month for a detailed breakdown.

What temperatures can I expect in Niger?

Bilma is the warmest destination, reaching 43°C (109°F) in June with nights around 27°C (81°F). Bilma is the coolest, with January daytime highs of just 25°C (77°F) and nights dropping to 8°C (46°F). Temperatures vary significantly between regions and seasons. See the city comparison for a full overview.

How much rain does Niger get?

Rainfall varies across Niger. Niamey is the wettest, receiving 292 mm (11 in) per year, with August the wettest month at 129 mm (5.1 in). Niamey is the driest at 292 mm (11 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.

How sunny is Niger?

Bilma is the sunniest destination in Niger, enjoying 3,681 hours of sunshine per year, with July the brightest month at 335 hours. Overall, Niger enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.

What is the climate like across Niger?

Niamey has very hot summers reaching 42°C (108°F) in April and very warm winters dropping to 32°C (90°F), with 3,082 hours of sunshine and 292 mm (11 in) of rain per year. Tahoua has very hot summers reaching 42°C (108°F) in April and very warm winters dropping to 32°C (90°F), with 3,173 hours of sunshine and 213 mm (8.4 in) of rain per year. Bilma has very hot summers reaching 43°C (109°F) in June and warm winters dropping to 25°C (77°F), with 3,681 hours of sunshine and 9.5 mm (0.4 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.