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Nigeria Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nigeria in July.

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Considering a trip to Nigeria this July and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Nigeria in July

July in Nigeria generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Ogoyo at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Maiduguri at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Maiduguri and 24°C (75°F) in Ogoyo.

For a closer look at conditions across Nigeria, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Maiduguri with an average of 103 mm (4.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Port Harcourt with 339 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Lagos gets roughly 98 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Nigeria in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Nigeria.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Nigeria

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Nigeria?

Temperature range in Nigeria (July)

Precipitation variation in Nigeria (July)

Lagos

In July Lagos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
98 hours
110 hours
Monthly rainfall
313 mm (12 in)
221 mm (8.7 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Lagos →

Ikeja

In July Ikeja generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
98 hours
110 hours
Monthly rainfall
288 mm (11 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Ikeja →

Abuja

In July Abuja generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
214 mm (8.4 in)
273 mm (11 in)
333 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Abuja →

Jabi

In July Jabi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
219 mm (8.6 in)
274 mm (11 in)
330 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Jabi →

Moba

In July Moba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
98 hours
110 hours
Monthly rainfall
321 mm (13 in)
229 mm (9 in)
152 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Moba →

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In our records: Nigeria July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in Nigeria in our climate database (1997 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest July day in Nigeria brought 461 mm (18 in) in Kano on July 23, 2021.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Nigeria in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lagos 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 221 mm (8.7 in)
Ikeja 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 210 mm (8.3 in)
Abuja 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 273 mm (11 in)
Ibadan 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 218 mm (8.6 in)
Port Harcourt 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 339 mm (13 in)
Kano 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)

Nigeria weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nigeria in July?

In July, Nigeria generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Lagos sees daytime temperatures near 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to roughly 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Nigeria in July?

Lagos averages a daytime maximum of 28°C (82°F) in July, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

Does Nigeria get a lot of rain in July?

Rainfall in Nigeria peaks during July. Lagos averages roughly 221 mm (8.7 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Nigeria?

In our view, July might not be the best time to travel to Nigeria with often unpleasant weather in Lagos.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August offering mostly pleasant weather in Lagos. On the other hand, the months of May and June tend to have poor weather conditions.

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