Average Monthly Sunshine in Maiduguri

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Maiduguri receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Maiduguri changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 3013 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in October and a subtle dip in August.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between October (9.5 hours per day) and August (6.8 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

Maiduguri’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Maiduguri enjoys an average of 3013 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

August, Maiduguri’s wettest month, receives 4.3 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 32°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Maiduguri Precipitation page.