Average weather for Nigeria in January
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.
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. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
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. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In January, there is an average of 105 mm of precipitation, spread over 1 day. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Nigeria in January |
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36°C | 5°C | |
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37°C | 11°C | |
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35°C | -5°C | |
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105 mm | 97 mm | |
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1 day | 12 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 January a good time to visit Nigeria?
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.
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.
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Daily Temperature in January in Nigeria
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January 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.
Weather experiences in January in Nigeria
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Daily Precipitation in January in Nigeria
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January 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 January, you can expect about 1 day of precipitation in Nigeria.
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.
Temperature in January in Nigeria over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Nigeria, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Nigeria over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Nigeria, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
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.































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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.