What’s the climate like in Niger?
The current climate in Niger features temperatures ranging from a high of 43°C to a low of 32°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 38°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 17°C and in the warmer months around 28°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Niger in recent years was 46°C in May 2019. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 21°C in January 2020.
On average, Niger receives 377 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate in Niger is based on weather data from Niamey. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Niger to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Niger?
The best time to visit Niger for sunny weather is January, February, November and December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Niger. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Niger
The climate table of Niger shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 32 | 35 | 37 | 42 | 43 | 39 | 37 | 35 | 39 | 39 | 35 | 32 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 17 | 21 | 22 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 20 | 17 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 0,1 | 1,5 | 0,5 | 4,5 | 1,0 | 77 | 87 | 156 | 39 | 9,6 | 0 | 0 |
| UV Index | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 38°C
- Highest temperature: 43°C in May
- Lowest temperature: 32°C in January and December
- Precipitation: 377 mm per year, averaging 31 mm per month
- Driest months: 0 mm in November, December and 0,1 mm in January
- Wettest months: 156 mm in August, 87 mm in July and 77 mm in June
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Average Temperature per Month in Niger
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Niger. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Niger
This graph shows how much rainfall Niger gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Niger
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Niger. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Niger
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Niger. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Niger
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Niger over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Niger
The weather in Niger is rated an average of 3,3 out of 5 stars by 4 visitors. Have you been to Niger? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Days were warm but more pleasant than expected and evenings were cool. However, dust storms were not uncommon and sometimes limited to outdoor adventures.— This text is automatically translated to English
In any case, it was interesting to experience a different summer climate for a change. In general, this could be managed by periodic rain showers providing temporary relief.— This text is automatically translated to English
Don't forget to bring a sun hat and a bottle of water! The clear blue sky makes for beautiful photos.— This text is automatically translated to English
Sunny and warm during the day, cool at night. Be prepared for drought and sandstorms. Not ideal, but well worth the effort.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Niger by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Niger. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
