Nigeria
Rainfall in December

December Rainfall and Precipitation in Nigeria

Nigeria experiences precipitation in December ranging from almost none in Kano (0 mm (0 in)) to moderate in Port Harcourt (60 mm (2.4 in)).

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Nigeria precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Nigeria receive in December?

Lagos stays mostly dry in December, with average rainfall close to 40 mm (1.6 in).

How many days does it rain in Nigeria in December?

Rainfall in Lagos typically falls on roughly 2 days days in December.

Is December part of the rainy season in Nigeria?

Not really. December is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Nigeria.

What is the wettest city in December in Nigeria?

Based on our records, Port Harcourt receives the most rainfall in Nigeria in December, averaging about 60 mm (2.4 in).

What is the driest city in December in Nigeria?

Kano is the driest city we have data for in Nigeria in December, with monthly rainfall close to 0 mm (0 in).

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