Nigeria weather in June
Planning a journey to Nigeria this June 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 June?
June in Nigeria generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Lekki at 29°C to very warm in Maiduguri at 37°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C in Maiduguri and 25°C in Lekki. 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 June, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Maiduguri with an average of 36 mm to heavy rainfall in Port Harcourt with 364 mm. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Lagos receives the most rainfall during this month of the year. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 115 hours of sunlight anticipated in Lagos. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For a closer look at June's conditions in Nigeria, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Nigeria's yearly weather, check out our Nigeria climate page.
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Average weather in Lagos
In June Lagos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Ikeja
In June Ikeja generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Abuja
In June Abuja generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Jabi
In June Jabi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Moba
In June Moba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is June the best time to visit Nigeria?
In our opinion, June may not be the ideal time to visit Nigeria due to the typically poor weather in Lagos.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, August, November and December provide pleasant weather in Lagos. In contrast, May and June tend to have poor weather conditions.
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