Onitsha weather in March (Nigeria)

Is March a good time to explore Onitsha weather-wise? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

Typically, March in Onitsha includes extremely high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 36°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 25°C. Although these are average temperatures, some days can be hotter. Wear cool, breathable clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Onitsha in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 64 mm for the month. Expect around 6 days of rain based on historical data.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Onitsha. November generally stands out with the best circumstances. While March, June and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Onitsha climate page with graphs.

 

Onitsha, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 36°C  

Chance of Rain 20%  

Precipitation 64 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Where to go in Nigeria in March

Find out more about the weather in Nigeria and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Camping

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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