Average weather for Nigeria in December
It's hot in December in Nigeria with an average temperature of 35°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 36°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 20°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Nigeria with hot temps, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights around 20°C. No precipitation expected at the start of the month; it’ll be sunny.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 36°C, with nights around 20°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Nigeria is around 35°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
According to weather history, there is no precipitation in December. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Nigeria in December |
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35°C | 9°C | |
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36°C | 12°C | |
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34°C | -5°C | |
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0 mm | 133 mm | |
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0 days | 17 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Nigeria?
December is an awesome month to be in Nigeria for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and no rain this month.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2017, Nigeria reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Nigeria
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Nigeria, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
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Daily Precipitation in December in Nigeria
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Nigeria, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect it to stay dry all month in Nigeria.
Daily UV index in December in Nigeria
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Nigeria, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Nigeria over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Nigeria, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Nigeria over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Nigeria, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Nigeria
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Nigeria. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Nigeria by month
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