Agege Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Agege, Nigeria. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Agege has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1744 mm (69 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Agege shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 283 mm (11 in) of precipitation during the wettest month June, distributed over 16 rainy days.
In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 37 mm (1.5 in) of rainfall over a single rainy day.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 115 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Agege Temperature page.
Explore Agege's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Agege spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Nigeria: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Nigeria. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Agege vs World: Rainfall Compared
Agege's average annual precipitation is 1744 mm (69 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Agege:
- Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
- Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.
- The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about Agege's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Agege Climate page.
