Zaria weather and climate in 2024
Day
32 °C
Night
19 °C
Sea
0 °C
Precipitation
40 mm
in month
Rainy days
3 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
8 hours
average
Humidity
61 %
Day
32 °C
Night
19 °C
Sea
0 °C
Precipitation
40 mm
in month
Rainy days
3 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
8 hours
average
Humidity
61 %
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Weather overview
Zaria (Nigeria) in general has a tropical climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 28 °C (82 °F) in August to 36 °C (97 °F) in April. The least rainy month in Zaria is February with its 0 days of rain, the rainiest month is August, when it rains 14 days. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in May with 24 °C (76 °F), the lowest in January with 15 °C (58 °F).
January weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Zaria. The day temperature continues to descent, with its value being 31 °C (88 °F), while the minimum of the night temperature is observable, with its value being 15 °C (58 °F). The minimum of the rainfall amount is observable, with its value of 0 mm (0.01 in). The maximum of the wind speed is observable, the value of this measure is 3. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent, its value is 8 hours.
February weather
The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, its value is 33 °C (92 °F) in Zaria, and the night temperature starts to rise too in February. The number of rainy days reaches its minimum. The tourist season continues this month. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, the value of this measure is 8 hours. The humidity is on its minimum in this month.
March weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in Zaria, and the dry season continues as well. The day temperature continues to rise, the value of this measure is 35 °C (96 °F), and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, the value of this measure is 20 °C (68 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed, its value is 8 hours.
April weather
The maximum of the day temperature can be noticed, the value of this measure is 36 °C (97 °F) in Zaria, while the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 22 °C (72 °F). The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, the value of this measure is 2 days, and the rainfall amount starts to rise as well in April. There is pending tourist season, and the dry season is taking place as well.
May weather
The number of rainy days continues to rise, its value is 5 days in Zaria, and the rainfall amount continues to rise as well, its value is 101 mm (3.96 in). The day temperature starts to descent, while the maximum of the night temperature can be noticed, with its value of 24 °C (76 °F). The beginning of the rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed.
June weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 31 °C (87 °F) in Zaria, while the beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed in June. The number of rainy days continues to rise, with its value of 8 days, and the rainfall amount continues to rise too, with its value being 121 mm (4.75 in). The day length reaches its maximum, with its value of 13 hours.
July weather
The wet season slowly starts in July in Zaria. The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 12 days, and the rainfall amount continues to rise too, its value is 200 mm (7.87 in). The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, and the day temperature continues to descent too, the value of this measure is 29 °C (83 °F). The beginning of the descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed.
August weather
The minimum of the day temperature can be noticed in this month in Zaria. The maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, with its value of 14 days, and the maximum of the rainfall amount is observable too, with its value being 261 mm (10.29 in). The ongoing wet season is noticeable. The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its minimum, with its value being 6 hours. The humidity is on its maximum.
September weather
The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, with its value of 9 days in Zaria, and the rainfall amount starts to descent too, its value is 167 mm (6.57 in). The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed in September. The minimum of the wind speed is observable in September. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed in September.
October weather
The number of rainy days continues to descent, the value of this measure is 3 days in Zaria, and the rainfall amount continues to descent as well, with its value of 40 mm (1.57 in). The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 32 °C (90 °F), while the night temperature starts to descent, with its value being 19 °C (65 °F). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed.
November weather
The tourist season is at its beginning in Zaria, and the dry season is at its beginning too. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value being 0 days, and the rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month too, with its value being 1 mm (0.03 in). The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value being 33 °C (91 °F). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable, its value is 9 hours.
December weather
The day temperature descent's start could be observed, with its value of 32 °C (89 °F) in Zaria, while the descent of the night temperature can be observed, its value is 15 °C (58 °F). There is pending tourist season, and the dry season continues too. The minimum of the day length can be noticed, with its value of 11 hours.
FAQs
Is January part of the dry season in Zaria?
Yes, there is a dry season in Zaria in January with just 0 days during the month being rainy.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in February in Zaria?
In Zaria in February, we can expect 0 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 0.0 days of the week, or in general - 0 % days.
Are there good conditions to visit in March in Zaria?
March is one of the best months to visit Zaria. At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 20 °C (68 °F). You can expect just 0 days of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary. Some people will find 35 °C (96 °F) temperature high, while others will enjoy it.
Is April part of the wet season in Zaria?
No, there is no wet season in Zaria in April - you can expect 2 days of rain during the month.
What level of humidity is to expect in Zaria in May?
In May in Zaria, expect humidity around 60 %.
What is the air temperature in June in Zaria at night?
The average night temperature in June in Zaria is 21 °C (69 °F). A very pleasant temperature for long evening walks, fun over a drink outside, or doing sports in the morning. If possible, look for a hotel with air conditioning.
How windy is it in Zaria in September?
An average wind scale that can be expected in September in Zaria is 2. It is rather a milder or unnoticeable wind, therefore it will not bother you during your holiday.
How many sunny hours can I expect in Zaria in October?
In October in Zaria, you can expect around 8 hours of sunshine. An increase of 1 hour compared to the previous month. This means that the value difference is 15 %.
What temperature can I expect during the day in November in Zaria?
In November in Zaria, the average daily temperatures will be 33 °C (91 °F). The great temperature for lying by the sea or pool and sunbathing, everywhere else you will probably be a bit hot. Don't forget to drink during the day, in these temperatures you should hydrate yourself a lot.
Is it hot in Zaria in December?
In December in Zaria, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
We make the most from 40 years of historical weather data to predict the best weather conditions.
Deciding on where to go for a holiday is hard sometimes. Get inspired by the most popular destinations.
We aggregate data from combining multiple weather sources to ensure accuracy of the highest order.