Maiduguri Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Maiduguri’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Nigeria.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The climate in Maiduguri experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 41°C in April to a very warm 32°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 15°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Maiduguri by month:
The minimum temperature is commonly observed between 4 AM and 6 AM, with the maximum occurring around 3 PM, when the sun’s strength is at its peak. April, the city’s warmest month, sees 237 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 0 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 0 days. It records 267 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Nigeria Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Nigeria. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Maiduguri Temperatures Compared World Wide
Maiduguri’s average annual maximum temperature is 36°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
In contrast, in ReykjavÃk, Iceland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 9°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Maiduguri, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 15% humidity, which is considered low. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 32°C. In the warmest month, April, the humidity is 17% combined with an average maximum temperature of 41°C, which creates a low-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Maiduguri’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Maiduguri climate page.
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