Igando Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Igando, Nigeria. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Igando experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1685 mm (66 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Igando can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 286 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 17 rainy days.
In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 37 mm (1.5 in) of rainfall, spread across 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 Igando Temperature page.
Explore Igando's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Igando 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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Igando vs World: Rainfall Compared
Igando's average annual precipitation is 1685 mm (66 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.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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.
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
- Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.
For more detailed information about Igando's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Igando Climate page.
