The weather in January in Nigeria
It's hot in January in Nigeria with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 35°C to a high of 37°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 22°C.
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Nigeria. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot, and there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Nigeria. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 40°C in 2014, Nigeria reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 105 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in January for Nigeria
Click on any day in January 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.
January weather comparison
| Nigeria | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 36°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 37°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 19°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 105 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Nigeria with hot temps, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 36°C, with nights around 20°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Nigeria is around 37°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Find affordable vacations to Nigeria
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.
Check out the climate of Nigeria for all months and discover the best travel time
You can check out all destinations in Nigeria to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Nigeria. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Nigeria
Temperature in January in Nigeria over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Nigeria. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Nigeria
Total precipitation in January in Nigeria over the years
Daily UV index in January in Nigeria
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January 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.
Weather experiences in January in Nigeria
The weather in January in Nigeria is rated 5 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Nigeria? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Write your own review
Enjoy swimming in the sea without the crowds. Highly recommended for winter sun!— This text is automatically translated to English
Have you been to Nigeria in January?
Share your weather experience in January in Nigeria.
Average weather in Nigeria by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nigeria. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.