Nigeria weather in January
Planning a journey to Nigeria this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Nigeria in January?
January in Nigeria generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C in Kano to 36°C in Ibi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C in Ibi and 13°C in Kano. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Kano with an average of 0 mm to moderate rainfall in Port Harcourt with 54 mm. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Lagos, marking it as the year's driest month. Lagos enjoys a balanced 163 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
For specific regional insights in Nigeria for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Nigeria climate page.
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Average weather in Lagos
In January Lagos generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Ikeja
In January Ikeja generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Abuja
In January Abuja generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Jabi
In January Jabi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Moba
In January Moba generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Nigeria?
We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Nigeria with overall pleasant weather in Lagos.
On average, the best time to visit Nigeria is in January, February, March, August, November and December with generally pleasant weather in Lagos. The weather in May and June, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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