Abuja Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Abuja’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 Abuja experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 37°C in March to a comfortable 28°C in the coolest month, December. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 21°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Abuja by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, when the sun's heating is most intense.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
December, the city’s coldest month, sees about 1.4 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 0 days.
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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Abuja Temperatures Compared World Wide
Abuja’s average annual maximum temperature is 33°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.
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.
Effects of Temperature on Weather and Climate
Temperature variations influence precipitation patterns in Amsterdam:
Rainfall: Warm air holds more moisture, leading to heavier rain during warmer months. However, precipitation is generally moderate year-round.
Snow: Occasional snowfall occurs in winter, though it rarely lasts very long.
For more detailed information about Abuja’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Abuja climate page.
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