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Port Harcourt weather in April (Nigeria)

Curious about the climate in Port Harcourt this April? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The month of April in Port Harcourt typically brings very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 32°C, cooling down at night to around 25°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Port Harcourt in April falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 252 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 13 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 133 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Port Harcourt. January and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Port Harcourt, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 252 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 71%  
SunshineSunshine 133 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Nigeria in April

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

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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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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